Scene Script: A Day In The Park

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EXT. PLAYFUL PAWS DOG PARK      DAY

GENEVIEVE pulls into the parking lot. She parks her car and takes her dog, Monchichi, out of the car. They begin to walk toward the dog park. In the distance, you can hear dog barks coming from the park. It is a warm and sunny day.

GENEVIEVE
(Monchichi is panting with excitement)

All right, Monchichi. It’s been a long time since we’ve been at the park.

They walk up a slight incline towards the dog park. She sighs as she notices there are three dogs in the park. Monchichi’ s tail begins to wag out of control and his excitement builds.

GENEVIEVE

Yes! You have been a good boy all winter, Monchichi.

She pats him on the head and leads him into the park. He begins to whine as Genevieve is trying to open up the gate. She unhooks his leash and watches him gallop toward the other dogs.  She begins to walk towards an empty picnic table. She smiles and nodes at the other pet owners.  She finally sits at the table and watches Monchichi play.  The thumping of paws and pants of excitement echo throughout the park. 

(voice appears from behind her)

TRENT

Well, hello there!

GENEVIEVE

(she turns around slowly, unsure of the voice)

Hi.

TRENT

I couldn’t help but notice your dog. Boy or girl?

GENEVIEVE

(the man is attractive and around her age, she lets her guard down)

Boy. His name is Monchichi. Which dog is yours?

TRENT

(lifts his arm and points toward a black and white Dalmatian)

That’s my girl. Her name is Lucky. She’s 10 months.

GENEVIEVE

No kidding! Monchichi is 9 months today.

TRENT

No wonder they are getting along so well.

(he chuckles)

GENEVIEVE

Do you come here often?

TRENT

I’ve been here a few times. I usually come here when the weather is warm.

GENEVIEVE

Me too. I love to come here and just chill.

(she smiles at TRENT and then realizes she doesn’t know his name)

Oh, by the way, my name is Genevieve.

TRENT

Nice to meet you. I’m Trent.

In that moment, they realize that they are interested in one another. Trent has seen her in the park before, but is keeping it quiet. He doesn’t want to freak her out and appear like a stalker.

TRENT

So, where do you live?

GENEVIEVE

In Hamerville. It’s a twenty minute drive. We don’t have dog parks in our area.

TRENT

Oh wow, that stinks. But, at least you have a place to visit.

They both become quiet, as they watch the dog’s play with each other.

TRENT

I know we just met, but would you be interested in getting coffee with me sometime?

GENEVIEVE

(trying to keep her cool, she looks down and smiles)

Sure.

A new dog enters the park and begins to chase after the dogs.  The intimidating Rottweiler begins to get rough with Monchichi. The dogs begin to growl and bark out of control.

GENEVIEVE

Oh crap. Monchichi! Monchichi! Come here!

The two dogs begin to fight. She gets up and runs to Monchichi. The owner of the Rottweiler, is out of sight. She tries to break them up, but is afraid of getting bit. The other dog owner, Chad runs over and gains control of his Rottweiler.

GENEVIEVE

(looking at the dog other dog owner)

Why do you even bother to come here anymore?

CHAD

(smirks at her)

Because, it’s a free country.

GENVIEVE

Ugh! You’re such an idiot.

She puts Monchichi on his leash as the metal clings. She heads back to the picnic table to say goodbye to Trent.

GENEVIEVE

(looking disheveled)

I’m so sorry, but I have to leave.

TRENT

Is Monchichi ok?

GENEVIEVE

Yah, he’s fine.

(looking at Chad and rolling her eyes)

I just can’t stand that guy.

TRENT

Oh. What happened?

GENEVIEVE

Long story! Here’s the abridged version. We used to date. He was a jerk then and he is still a jerk now. He only comes here, if he sees my car in the parking lot.

TRENT

(raises one eyebrow)

So, he’s a stalker?

GENEVIEVE

Something like that.

(sounding disappointed)

Anyways, I have to get out of here.

TRENT

Wait! What about our coffee date?

GENEVIEVE

(hiding her excitement)

Date?

TRENT

(hesitant to answer back)

Um.  I mean. Yes, a coffee date.

GENEVIEVE

I’m free next Saturday.

TRENT

How about we meet here next Saturday at 10am and then we can head out to the coffee shop.

GENEVIEVE

Sounds good. I’m so sorry, but I have to get out of here now.  I’ll see you next week!

Genevieve leads Monchichi out of the dog park. She looks back at Trent wishing she didn’t have to leave in a hurry.  Chad notices the connection between Genevieve and Trent and becomes jealous.

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