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Lesson 5
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Karen Christine´s Action Track
What I learned doing this assignment is:
I learned that action isn’t just about movement and adrenaline—it’s about advancing the story, revealing character, and raising the stakes. Each action scene must serve a purpose, whether it’s pushing Charlie to grow, showing the villain’s ruthlessness, or creating a turning point in the mission. By escalating the action across the acts, the audience stays engaged while Charlie’s transformation becomes more meaningful.Action Questions
A. Considering the concept from Lesson 1, what action could naturally show up in this movie?
Chases and escapes: Charlie is constantly on the run with the lie detector, using his dogs and wits to evade Sylvia’s mercenaries.
Fights and confrontations: Charlie must face mercenaries, but his unconventional style (using leashes, tennis balls, and dog tricks) adds humor and creativity.
Rescues: Sophie’s kidnapping forces Charlie to step up and take risks he’s never faced before.
Dangerous situations: The lie detector’s ability to expose lies creates tension in high-stakes environments, like a live broadcast or a political gala.B. Considering the Mission and Villain Tracks, what action could work for this track?
Sylvia’s escalating attacks (mercenaries, smear campaigns, kidnapping Sophie) drive the action.
Charlie’s attempts to protect the lie detector and expose Sylvia lead to creative, chaotic action scenes.
The climax revolves around a public confrontation where Charlie uses the lie detector to turn the tide against Sylvia.C. How can the action start well, build in the 2nd Act, and escalate to a climax in the 3rd Act?
Act 1: Action begins with a small-scale ambush, introducing Charlie’s resourcefulness and the stakes of protecting the lie detector.
Act 2: Action escalates with chases, fights, and dangerous situations as Sylvia’s attacks become more aggressive.
Act 3: The climax features a high-stakes rescue and public showdown, where Charlie must outsmart Sylvia and expose her crimes.Selected Action Types
Chase/Pursuit: Charlie evades mercenaries while protecting the lie detector.
Fight: Creative, comedic fights using everyday objects and dog tricks.
Rescue: Sophie’s kidnapping adds emotional stakes and forces Charlie to take bold action.
Escape/Evade: Charlie uses his wits and the dogs to escape dangerous situations.
Dangerous Situations: High-stakes environments like a gala or live broadcast.Sequence of Action Scenes
Act 1: The Setup
Ambush at the Apartment (Escape/Evade)Purpose: Introduces the stakes and Sylvia’s mercenaries. Charlie narrowly escapes with the lie detector and his dogs, showcasing his resourcefulness.
Action: Mercenaries break into Charlie’s apartment. He uses leashes, dog toys, and a fire escape to evade capture.
Park Chase (Chase/Pursuit)Purpose: Highlights Charlie’s bond with the dogs and his ability to think on his feet.
Action: Sylvia’s agents chase Charlie through a park. He uses frisbees, benches, and a pack of squirrels to create chaos and escape.Act 2: The Conflict
Clinic Ambush (Fight)Purpose: Raises the stakes and shows the danger to Sophie.
Action: Sylvia’s mercenaries attack Sophie’s clinic. Charlie and Sophie fend them off using dog toys and medical equipment (e.g., syringes, an X-ray machine).
Car Chase with the Dogs (Chase/Pursuit)Purpose: Escalates the action and shows Charlie’s determination to protect the lie detector.
Action: Charlie drives a beat-up van with the dogs in tow, evading mercenaries in SUVs. The dogs hilariously "help" by barking at the attackers and causing distractions.
Warehouse Fight (Fight/Dangerous Situation)Purpose: Charlie faces Sylvia’s henchmen in a confined, high-stakes environment.
Action: Charlie sneaks into a warehouse to retrieve a clue about Sylvia’s plan. He uses improvised weapons (e.g., a broom, a bag of kibble) to fight off mercenaries.
Sophie’s Kidnapping (Rescue)Purpose: Adds emotional stakes and forces Charlie to take bold action.
Action: Sylvia’s agents kidnap Sophie, leaving a chilling message for Charlie. He realizes he must confront Sylvia directly to save her.Act 3: The Climax
Gala Infiltration (Dangerous Situation)Purpose: Sets up the final confrontation and raises the stakes.
Action: Charlie and the dogs infiltrate Sylvia’s high-profile gala. He uses the lie detector to expose small lies from guests, creating tension and chaos.
Rescue and Showdown (Fight/Rescue)Purpose: Charlie confronts Sylvia and rescues Sophie in a high-stakes environment.
Action:
Charlie uses the dogs to create distractions (e.g., a Labrador steals Sylvia’s wig, a Chihuahua bites a mercenary’s ankle).
He fights Sylvia’s lead mercenary in a comedic but intense showdown.
Public Confession (Dangerous Situation)Purpose: The emotional and thematic payoff of the story.
Action: Charlie uses the lie detector to force Sylvia to confess her crimes on live television. The dogs hilariously disrupt the broadcast, adding levity to the tense moment.
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