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THE ROOMMATE script analysis

THE ROOMMATE script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

Sara arrives at college excited to start fresh but quickly finds herself caught between a charming roommate, Rebecca, and budding romance with fellow student Stephen. As Rebecca’s obsessive behavior escalates, Sara must confront betrayal and violence, culminating in a deadly showdown. The story ends with Sara reclaiming her space and moving forward with Stephen.

75 Save the Cat fit score 20% analysis confidence / 90 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

10%

An empty dorm room establishes Sara’s new beginning.

2

Theme Stated

Scene 8 / Page 1 / 5% target

15%

Sara’s call with her mother hints at choices and consequences as she embarks on independence.

Hey. Yeah, it's amazing here. I met this really cool biker? He's taking me to Mexico this weekend....
3

Set-Up

Scenes 2-9 / Pages 1-2 / 10% target

20%

We meet Sara, her hallmates, and get a sense of campus life before major conflict.

4

Catalyst

Scene 12 / Page 2 / 12% target

20%

Sara meets Stephen at the frat party, sparking her romantic subplot.

5

Debate

Scene 19 / Page 3 / 20% target

25%

Sara’s shock at meeting Rebecca as her roommate seeds doubt about safety and trust.

Who are you?! What are you doing? Why? Oh shit.
6

Break into Two

Scene 34 / Page 4 / 25% target

20%

Sara and Rebecca bond over the stray kitten, marking Sara’s commitment to their friendship world.

I named her in the elevator. Cuddles.
7

B Story

Scene 28 / Page 4 / 30% target

20%

Sara introduces Rebecca to her friends, developing their relationship beyond roommates.

I am. I want to be well-rounded. And they're requirements. Hey. Tracy... Kim... this is my roommate, Rebecca....
8

Fun and Games

Scenes 31-36 / Pages 5-6 / 40% target

20%

Sara navigates classes, social media, and rekindles chemistry with Stephen, enjoying collage life.

Professor Roberts? I'm sorry to bother you, it's just... I absolutely must take this class. But you're not...
9

Midpoint

Scene 52 / Page 7 / 50% target

25%

Rebecca is seen stalking Stephen, raising the stakes from quirky to dangerous.

10

Bad Guys Close In

Scene 47 / Page 7 / 65% target

30%

Rebecca violently attacks Tracy in the shower, escalating menace.

So Sara thinks I'm weird? Let me tell you what I think. I think you're a little whore,...
11

All Is Lost

Scene 75 / Page 10 / 75% target

30%

Rebecca assaults Professor Roberts, showing she has gone too far and everything’s collapsed.

Ow! You're hurting me! Professor, stop!...
12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 60 / Page 9 / 80% target

20%

Sara contemplates moving out, feeling guilt and fear about Rebecca.

No, of course not. I love living here... with you.
13

Break into Three

Scene 78 / Page 10 / 85% target

25%

Sara pulls herself together when Rebecca gets a tattoo of ‘Emily’, signaling Sara’s resolve to fight back.

Think of me as your sister. If you want... you can call me Emily.
14

Finale

Scenes 84-86 / Pages 11-12 / 95% target

30%

Climactic confrontation at Irene’s apartment ends with Stephen’s death and Sara killing Rebecca.

Friends help each other. They take care of each other.
15

Final Image

Scene 90 / Page 12 / 99% target

15%

Sara sits alone in her room, now safe but changed, mirroring the opening.