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THE CROODS script analysis

THE CROODS script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

The Croods opens with the family’s rigid routines and fear of change, highlighted by Grug’s strict rules and Eep’s rebellious curiosity. After Eep meets Guy and introduces ‘new’ innovations, the clan embarks on a perilous journey into the New World. They face both wonders and threats, culminating in Grug learning to embrace change and inventiveness. In the finale, the family overcomes the final divide and settles in 'Tomorrow,' transformed by their experiences.

85 Save the Cat fit score 72% analysis confidence / 34 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

80%

Introduces the Croods’ rigid morning routine and Grug’s authoritarian rule, establishing their status quo.

You're supposed to wait for my signal Eep. Eep?
2

Theme Stated

Scene 6 / Page 1 / 5% target

75%

Grug declares “New’s a big problem!”, stating the theme of fear versus acceptance of change.

New's a big problem!
3

Set-Up

Scenes 1-3 / Page 1 / 10% target

78%

We meet the entire Crood family hunting, returning home, and hearing Grug’s cautionary story about the dangers of new.

4

Catalyst

Scene 4 / Page 1 / 12% target

80%

Eep sneaks out at night to follow a mysterious light, setting the adventure in motion.

5

Debate

Scene 6 / Page 1 / 20% target

76%

After Eep reveals her encounter with Guy, the family panics and debates whether to embrace or reject his new ideas.

6

Break into Two

Scene 7 / Page 1 / 25% target

81%

The Croods survive their cave’s collapse and cross into the New World, leaving their old life behind.

One, two, three, four, five -- Six.
7

B Story

Scene 5 / Page 1 / 30% target

79%

Eep meets Guy and their budding connection provides the romantic B-story.

I'm a person, like you.
8

Fun and Games

Scene 8 / Page 1 / 40% target

82%

The family marvels at Guy’s fire and experiences chaotic delights and dangers in the New World.

Wow! Looks like magic. And smells like food.
9

Midpoint

Scene 13 / Page 1 / 50% target

74%

Guy teaches Eep to set a trap, marking a false victory as they gain new skills and hope.

What do you call this?
10

Bad Guys Close In

Scene 16 / Page 1 / 65% target

77%

Encounters with Punch Monkeys and Death Cat raise stakes and threaten the family’s journey.

So... How'd the tiger fly?
11

All Is Lost

Scene 21 / Page 1 / 75% target

75%

Camping in the redwood, Grug feels alienated as his family embraces new ways without him.

Croods! Come get down here!
12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 22 / Page 1 / 80% target

78%

Grug’s failed inventions leave him desperate to win back his family’s approval.

I call it a "rug." Rhymes with Grug. And this one. I call it a "ride." Rhymes with...
13

Break into Three

Scene 24 / Page 1 / 85% target

80%

Stuck in tar, Grug bonds with Guy and embraces the need for new ideas to escape.

That's right... but we can't do that from here. We need one of your ideas.
14

Finale

Scene 27 / Page 1 / 95% target

79%

The reunited Croods work together to reach Tomorrow, executing their plan to escape the tar pit.

Take us to Tomorrow.
15

Final Image

Scene 34 / Page 1 / 99% target

81%

The family thrives in the bright world of Tomorrow, fully embracing change.

This is me. My name's Eep. And this, is my family. The Croods. If you weren't clued in...