MAJOR PROJECT: Finalising the Script: Draft 11

Today we completed the final draft of the script for 'Bobbie & Clive'. Over the past couple of months we have been collectively working on 11 drafts in total, with several changes to the characters, story structure and dialogue. With each new draft, we took on Simon's feedback from the last draft and worked together to troubleshoot it and make changes. The changes towards the end were largely based on logistics of filming rather than big storyline changes. We have also ensured that there are lots of subtle hints throughout as to Clive's plan and the final ending. The ending was Simon's idea. Originally, we were going to have Frank - the security guard catch them and leave the film on a cliff hanger. However, Simon came up with the idea that instead they would catch Frank in the act stealing the apples from the warehouse himself. We really liked this idea and thought that it threw a spanner in the works that the audience wouldn't suspect. I have found the script editing a really enjoyable and interesting process. Although, there were several moments where we were experiencing writer's block, I am pleased with the final outcome and think that it shows a highly developed outcome that we can now go ahead and film. Working with Josh to write the script was a really positive experience for me, and he took my creative ideas on board which made the process really easy going and collaborative. Although, I think the script is funny and has some really clever moments, I think we could have improved the comedy slightly. Hopefully audiences who haven't heard the script over and over will really enjoy the comedy and lighthearted nature of it.