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TWILIGHT: NEW MOON script analysis

TWILIGHT: NEW MOON script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

Bella’s life in Forks is upended by Edward’s vampire world and sudden departure, plunging her into grief. She finds solace with Jacob and the Quileute pack, facing new dangers from Victoria. Eventually, Bella races to Italy to save Edward from the Volturi, leading to a final resolution of her relationships and future.

85 Save the Cat fit score 75% analysis confidence / 83 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

80%

Surreal forest visions introduce Bella’s longing and the supernatural tone.

2

Theme Stated

Scene 3 / Page 1 / 5% target

70%

Charlie’s birthday greeting hints at Bella’s yearning for family and belonging.

Happy birthday, Bells.
3

Set-Up

Scenes 4-8 / Pages 1-2 / 10% target

80%

Bella’s school arrival, meeting Edward, and the Cullen birthday party establish characters and her human world.

4

Catalyst

Scene 10 / Page 2 / 12% target

75%

Edward abruptly argues with Bella about her desire to be a vampire, signaling impending conflict.

Stop. I don't want normal, I want you.
5

Debate

Scenes 11-17 / Pages 2-4 / 20% target

75%

Bella struggles with Edward’s departure, searches for him, and confronts her isolation and grief.

6

Break into Two

Scene 17 / Page 4 / 25% target

80%

Edward announces he and his family are leaving Forks, forcing Bella into the unfamiliar world of loss.

We need to leave Forks.
7

B Story

Scene 30 / Page 6 / 30% target

80%

Bella reconnects with Jacob, who becomes her emotional anchor and personal storyline.

I brought you something.
8

Fun and Games

Scenes 32-40 / Pages 6-8 / 40% target

80%

Bella enjoys working on motorcycles and gaining friendship (and potential romance) with Jacob and the pack.

9

Midpoint

Scene 43 / Page 9 / 50% target

75%

Wolves chase Laurent in the meadow, marking Bella’s induction into the supernatural world.

I... don't believe it.
10

Bad Guys Close In

Scenes 54-60 / Pages 12-13 / 65% target

75%

Victoria’s threat escalates with stalking and violence, and werewolves warn Bella of real danger.

11

All Is Lost

Scene 70 / Page 17 / 75% target

80%

Bella prepares to leave for Italy alone, feeling hope slipping and risk overwhelming her.

12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 74 / Page 18 / 80% target

80%

Edward faces the Volturi hall, seemingly resigned to end his own existence.

It was an intriguing debate. We don't get many suicidal vampires.
13

Break into Three

Scene 78 / Page 19 / 85% target

80%

Bella arrives in Volterra and declares she’s alive, shifting to active rescue mode.

No, I'm here. I'm alive.
14

Finale

Scenes 79-81 / Pages 19-21 / 95% target

75%

Confrontations with the Volturi and family vote resolve Bella’s fate and her relationships.

15

Final Image

Scene 83 / Page 22 / 99% target

75%

Tense woods confrontation among Bella, Edward, and Jacob encapsulates her new equilibrium.

I've been calling you.