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TROY script analysis

TROY script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

The script opens with Paris and Briseis emerging bloodied from a cave, then shifts to refugees preparing by a riverbank where Paris reunites with Helen. There’s minimal plot development beyond these initial images and a brief dialogue hinting at danger. With only two scenes, most beats are superficial or absent.

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

10%

Introduces a striking visual of Paris and Briseis covered in blood, setting tone.

2

Theme Stated

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 5% target

10%

Helen’s reunion hints at loyalty and the personal stakes of war.

My prince. My sweet prince.
3

Set-Up

Scenes 1-2 / Page 1 / 10% target

10%

Establishes key characters (Paris, Briseis, Helen) and the refugee context.

4

Catalyst

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 12% target

10%

The urgency in dialogue (“We need to move. We’re not safe yet.”) hints at impending conflict.

We need to move. We're not safe yet.
5

Debate

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 20% target

10%

No clear internal debate; refugees prepare but don’t discuss choices.

6

Break into Two

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 25% target

10%

Paris leaving the cave to return to Helen marks a shift toward personal action.

7

B Story

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 30% target

10%

Hints at Helen–Paris relationship subplot, though undeveloped.

8

Fun and Games

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 40% target

10%

No lighthearted or adventurous sequences present.

9

Midpoint

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 50% target

10%

No major event to raise stakes beyond initial reunion.

10

Bad Guys Close In

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 65% target

10%

Threat is mentioned but not developed into rising pressure.

11

All Is Lost

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 75% target

10%

No moment of defeat or apparent failure occurs.

12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 80% target

10%

No reflection or despair moment shown.

13

Break into Three

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 85% target

10%

No decisive action or plan change is evident.

14

Finale

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 95% target

10%

Script ends without resolution or climax.

15

Final Image

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 99% target

10%

Last image is Helen and Paris together, echoing opening but without closure.