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INT. BASS HEADQUARTERS - NIGHT JERRY KOWALSKI (70s) sits at his desk with a device plugged into the laptop. A bar across the laptop screen says DOWNLOADING. He has a COUGHING fit and looks around him to make sure no
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EXT. 30TH STREET STATION - DAY Jerry stands at a row of lockers. He carries a back pack and takes one of the drives out of his pocket and places it in the bag. He then walks across the terminal to the other row of
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EXT. ALEX’S APARTMENT BUILDING - DAY As SAM RAINES (30s) steps out of his vintage Porsche, he checks himself in the rear view mirror then closes the door. He walks up the steps of the three story brownstone to the front door which is ajar. He pauses and looks behind him
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EXT. WALNUT STREET - NIGHT A dented, older model Honda turns down a narrow, residential street off of Walnut Street and stops in front of a three story walk up. As Alex gets out of the car, the front door opens and an
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INT. ALEX’S CAR - DAY They drive in silence for a moment. Katie is miffed. KATIE We’re going to be late. ALEX
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EXT. BASS HEADQUARTERS - DAY MYLES BASS (60s) stands at the window of his large, spacious office and peers down and to the right. Myles is dressed in a pin striped suit and looks lean. He is tan and relaxed looking like a man who has everything at his disposal.
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EXT. GIO CUCINA - DAY Giovanni Gianca leaves his condo in a hurry. Not because he feels he’s in danger but because he’s in a good mood. There’s a pop to his step. Giovanni climbs into his deep burgundy colored corvette, his
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INT. GIO CUCINA RESTAURANT - NIGHT The first thing you notice when you walk into Gio Cucina is the deep burgundy carpet. The carpet no longer smells of cigar smoke and the dim lights still give the restaurant an aura of mystery and deal making.
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INT. GIO CUCINA - NIGHT Giovanni is seated behind his desk in front of two large monitors which surveil the restaurants dining room. Sam walks in and sits down. Giovanni looks at him. Irritated that he neither knocked nor announced himself.
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EXT. JERRY’S MERCEDES - NIGHT Jerry drives his AUDI in the city. A Black SUV follow close behind him. EXT. GIO CUCINA - NIGHT Jerry pulls his AUDI up to the VALET and hands him the keys
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INT. GIO CUCINA RESTAURANT - NIGHT Jerry enters the restaurant and looks around. He is immediately approached by Alex. ALEX Mr. Kowalski. Nice to see you.
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EXT. GIO CUCINA RESTAURANT - NIGHT Alex is taking a quick break and leans in the doorway. He is distracted by Katie’s tears from the corner booth. Giovanni comforts her with a pat of the hand. She is tearful and nodding. She rises.
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INT. BLACK SUV - NIGHT LOU (50s) is in the driver’s seat beside MO (30s) who is chewing a wad of gum and sipping a coke. Mo has a Browning Buck Mark 22 with silencer in his lap. LOU
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INT. MO’S CAR - NIGHT Mo and Lou sit in silence for a moment. Finally, Lou turns to Mo. LOU Mr. Bass ain’t gonna be happy.
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EXT. SMOKIES NIGHT CLUB - NIGHT Alex looks at the line to get into Smokies. He sighs and gets behind the last person. He sees Katie and her friends walking toward the entrance like they own the place. She sees Alex and he waves and walks toward them.
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INT. SMOKIES - NIGHT Lights flash over the dance floor as they make their way through crowd. Bodies are bouncing to the heavy beats as drinks flow freely. Katie takes Alex’s hand and they hit the dance floor.
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INT. BECK’S CAR - NIGHT Beck answers the phone. MYLES (V.O.) Sam has the keys. Follow Sam. 31.
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INT. SAM’S PORSCHE - NIGHT Sam drives calmly, but is aware he is being followed. He drives up to a red light and guns the engine. He cuts the wheel hard to the left and does a U-Turn, leaving the black SUV turning, but lacking the turning radius. Mo backs up and
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EXT. SMOKIES - NIGHT Sam hurries into to the entrance of Smokies, bypassing the line. He gives the bouncer a hundred dollar bill and enters. Through the haze of the dance floor fog, he sees Alex and rushes up to him. Sam grabs his arm.
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EXT. SUBURBAN PHILADELPHIA - NIGHT Sam passes Conshohocken exit and gets off at Gulph Mills. He drives along Route 320 and then turns down a sleepy street and into his driveway. It’s dark. Lights are out along the driveway and in the
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INT. BASS HEADQUARTERS - DAY Myles Bass slams the phone down and stands up. His secretary is used to his temperament. She looks bored. MYLES Where the fuck is Jerry? How can a
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EXT. AMERICAN DINER - NIGHT Lou and Mo are seated in a booth. Lou has a bandage on his ear and cheek where the bullet grazed him. A busboy walks by with a tray of corned beef sandwiches and pickles, overcooked fries and bags of chips.
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INT. GIO CUCINA - GIO’S OFFICE - NIGHT GIOVANNI I have something to show you. Giovanni closes the door as Debbie watches from the stair well.
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INT. HOSPITAL HALLWAY - NIGHT Alex is seated in the waiting room of the emergency room. Debbie walks in and sits beside him. DEBBIE What keys, Alex?
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EXT. HOSPITAL - NIGHT Debbie gets into her car. She take out her phone and dials a number. DEBBIE I know where it is. Yeah, 30th
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INT. ALEX’S APARTMENT - NIGHT Alex walks up the steps to his apartment. As he opens the door, Mo and Lou step off the elevator and rush him as he enters. Mo and Lou push Alex into the apartment.
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EXT. SAM’S HOUSE DAY Alex pulls up to Sam’s house and gets out. He sees Sam’s car. He looks inside it for a moment and then knocks on the door. He takes out his keys and opens the door. INT. SAM’S HOUSE - DAY
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INT. SAM’S HOUSE - NIGHT Sirens from an ambulance leaving the property can be heard from inside the house. Alex sits on the couch. A DETECTIVE (50s) walks up to him. FITZMILLEN
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EXT. SAM’S HOUSE - DAY Alex sits in his car, head bowed, hands on steering wheel. The cops have left him alone, now. Alex searches his pockets for a tissue and takes out the envelope with the two keys. He holds one in each hand and then places them back in the
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EXT. BECK’S DILAPIDATED HOME - NIGHT Beck pulls into the driveway of an old, beaten looking house and drives into the rear. He gets out of the car with the bag over his shoulder and enters through the rear entrance. It’s dark. He takes out his cell phone and shines it ahead
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EXT. KATIE'S APARTMENT - NIGHT Katie is seated on the steps outside her place. When she sees Alex pull up she hurries down the steps and climbs into the front seat. ALEX
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EXT. VINE STREET WAREHOUSE - NIGHT The warehouse is boarded up. The windows are blacked out and there are countless posters stuck to the outside wall of the building. 56.
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INT. VINE STREET WAREHOUSE - NIGHT They climb out of the hole and find themselves in a dimly lit warehouse. ALEX Ruby?
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INT. KATIE’S APARTMENT BUILDING - DAY Katie is in the bathroom gargling. She throws down the towel and walks into the bedroom. She sits on the bed. He sits beside her and rubs her back. 74.
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EXT. KATIE’S APARTMENT - DAY A black SUV pulls up to Katie’s apartment. Mo and Lou get out and walk casually up the steps to the apartment. EXT GIO CUCINA RESTAURANT - DAY
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INT. CENTRAL HOSPITAL - DAY Alex stands in his hospital room without a shirt. He has a bandage wrapped around his hand, foot and leg. He looks over his shoulder as Katie comes into the hospital room with a wheelchair.
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INT. ALEX’S APARTMENT - DAY Alex and Katie walk into his apartment. He immediately moves the carpeting and pries up the floorboard. He gets the Trezor device. 79.
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EXT. STARBUCKS - DAY Tony Cottelle walks up to Alex and shakes his good hand. They sit outside underneath an open awning. MR. COTTELLE So, tough few weeks since Gio’s
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EXT. GRAYSON NORTH CEMETERY Alex stands in front of a head stone. It is his brother’s headstone. He kneels on one knee. He lays a baseball bat and baseball down in front of it.

Money Talks

When a terminally ill restaurant owner uncovers evidence of corruption within a powerful real estate developer's organization, he enlists the help of his loyal friend to take him down, setting off a high-stakes clash between the city's business elite and a new generation determined to protect their legacy.

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Money Talks stands out due to its intricate plot involving corporate espionage, personal vendettas, and the moral dilemmas faced by its characters. The screenplay's unique selling proposition lies in its blend of suspense, emotional depth, and the exploration of themes like greed, loyalty, and justice.

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Genres:
Crime 40% Thriller 35% Drama 30% Action 20% Romance 15%

Setting: Contemporary, Various locations in Philadelphia

Themes: Revenge, Betrayal, Friendship, Crime, Redemption, Power, Family, Greed, Loyalty

Conflict & Stakes: The primary conflicts revolve around secrets, betrayal, and revenge, with characters facing life-threatening situations and moral dilemmas. The stakes are high, with lives, relationships, and reputations on the line.

Mood: Tense and suspenseful

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  • Intriguing Plot Twists: The screenplay features unexpected plot twists that keep the audience engaged and guessing.
  • Complex Characters: The characters are multi-dimensional and morally ambiguous, adding depth and complexity to the story.
  • Tense and Suspenseful Atmosphere: The screenplay creates a palpable sense of tension and suspense, drawing viewers into the characters' world.
  • Unique Setting: The Philadelphia setting adds a distinctive backdrop to the story, enhancing the atmosphere and providing a sense of place.
  • Emotional Resonance: The screenplay explores themes of loyalty, trust, and redemption, resonating with audiences on a personal and emotional level.

Comparable Scripts: Ocean's Eleven, The Departed, Breaking Bad, The Usual Suspects, Heat, Mr. Robot, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, The Town

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