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THE FLINTSTONES script analysis

THE FLINTSTONES script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

Fred Flintstone navigates work challenges, financial strains, and strained friendships as he partners with Barney on a risky new business venture. His ambition leads to success but also betrayal and conflict, culminating in a building collapse where Fred redeems himself by saving everyone. Wilma’s parallel concerns and a talent show subplot deepen themes of loyalty and family. Ultimately, Fred and Barney reconcile, and justice is served.

75 Save the Cat fit score 82% analysis confidence / 56 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

70%

Introduces Fred at the quarry, setting his everyday grind.

2

Theme Stated

Scene 5 / Page 3 / 5% target

75%

Wilma voices the mounting kibble crisis, hinting at sacrifice and loyalty.

So is everybody else in Bedrock. That kibble crisis is getting worse every day.
3

Set-Up

Scenes 1-3 / Pages 1-2 / 10% target

80%

Establishes Fred’s routine, family life, and the kibble shortage.

4

Catalyst

Scene 4 / Page 3 / 12% target

70%

Fred confronts domestic pressures and the kibble crisis firsthand.

Wil-ma. Wil-ma? How about a great big good morning kiss for your Freddy-weddy?
5

Debate

Scenes 4-6 / Pages 3-4 / 20% target

78%

Fred questions his ability to provide and considers Barney’s inventions.

6

Break into Two

Scene 18 / Page 9 / 25% target

85%

Fred and Barney decide to start Fibrerock, committing to Act II.

I call it Fibrerock!
7

B Story

Scenes 19-21 / Pages 9-10 / 30% target

80%

Wilma and Betty deal with financial stress and enrollment fees, paralleling Fred’s arc.

No kidding. Do you have any idea of what the enrollment fee is? And get this... it's non-refundable...
8

Fun and Games

Scenes 22-24 / Pages 11-12 / 40% target

75%

Fred enjoys lodge politics and new status, showcasing the fun of his venture.

As your next Herdmaster, I would bring to you the same determination, courage and -- if I may...
9

Midpoint

Scene 30 / Page 15 / 50% target

88%

Layoffs announced, upsetting the workers—stakes are raised.

That's why on Monday we're going to hire two dozen children from Bedrock Technical Junior High. They'll be...
10

Bad Guys Close In

Scenes 31-36 / Pages 16-17 / 65% target

83%

Mr. Slate and Lava pressure Fred; worker unrest grows and violence erupts.

We do, eh? About what?
11

All Is Lost

Scene 34 / Page 18 / 75% target

82%

Fred loses the Herdmaster election and is abandoned by his peers.

Candidate and double-crossing back stabber? Herdmaster! I move we commence the meeting... and the election!
12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 38 / Page 19 / 80% target

79%

Fred dismisses his family’s concerns, hitting emotional rock bottom.

I don't wanna talk about it. Besides, who cares about a bunch of jerks running around with furs...
13

Break into Three

Scene 46 / Page 22 / 85% target

86%

Fred and Barney reconcile and vow to fix the Fibrerock disaster.

Barney... can... can you ever forgive me for being such a jerk?
14

Finale

Scenes 47-53 / Pages 23-25 / 95% target

88%

They race to the collapsing Needle, expose Lava’s crimes, and save the crowd.

It's real simple, Mister Slate. Your boy Lava here has been stealing the coo-coo berries from the Fibrerock...
15

Final Image

Scene 56 / Page 27 / 99% target

72%

Fred is locked out of home, humorously returning to domestic reality.

Wilma...? ... Wilma?