Coming-of-Age Script
Title Page
Title: Journey to Self
Written by: [Your Name]
Contact Information: [Your Email]
Logline
A young teenager navigates the turbulent transition from adolescence to adulthood in a small town, discovering the true meaning of friendship, love, and self-acceptance.
Act 1 (Setup)
Scene 1: The Small Town
INT. COZY LIVING ROOM – MORNING
A modest living room with worn-out furniture and family photos on the walls. Sunlight filters through a half-open curtain.
Action Lines:
JASON, a 16-year-old boy with a shy demeanor, sits at the breakfast table, scrolling through his phone.
MOM, in her mid-40s, is bustling around the kitchen, preparing breakfast.
DAD, in his late 40s, reads the newspaper while sipping coffee.
MOM Jason, have you finished your homework?
JASON (looking up) Almost, Mom. I just need to finish my English essay.
MOM You know the new semester starts next week. I want you prepared.
DAD (muttering) He’s growing up too fast.
Wrylies:
Scene 2: The High School
EXT. HIGH SCHOOL COURTYARD – AFTERNOON
A bustling high school courtyard filled with students chatting and hanging out.
Action Lines:
JASON walks through the crowd, holding his books tightly.
SARA, his best friend, waves him over from a bench.
SARA Hey, Jason! Over here!
JASON (approaching) Hey, Sara.
SARA You ready for the big game tonight?
JASON Not really. I’m more worried about the English paper.
SARA Don’t stress. It’ll be fine. You’ve got this.
Wrylies:
Act 2 (Confrontation)
Scene 3: The School Dance
INT. SCHOOL GYM – NIGHT
The gym is decorated with colorful lights and streamers. Students are dancing and laughing.
Action Lines:
JASON and SARA stand at the edge of the dance floor, watching the festivities.
JESSICA dances with a group of friends in the center of the room.
JASON (whispering) I don’t know if I can do this.
SARA (putting a hand on his shoulder) You’re going to be fine. Just be yourself.
Action Lines:
JASON Jessica, can I talk to you for a moment?
JESSICA (surprised) Sure, Jason. What’s up?
Wrylies:
Scene 4: The Confrontation
INT. JASON’S BEDROOM – NIGHT
The room is dimly lit, with posters of bands and sports teams on the walls. Jason sits at his desk, writing furiously.
Action Lines:
JASON is frustrated, crumpling up papers and tossing them aside.
His MOM knocks and enters the room, noticing his distress.
MOM Jason, are you okay?
JASON (pouting) I can’t get this essay right. I’m just so lost.
MOM (sitting beside him) Sometimes, it’s okay to ask for help. You’re not alone in this.
Wrylies:
Act 3 (Resolution)
Scene 5: The Graduation Ceremony
EXT. SCHOOL FIELD – DAY
A graduation ceremony in progress. Students in caps and gowns line up for their diplomas. The audience claps and cheers.
Action Lines:
JASON (to Sara) I couldn’t have done this without you.
SARA (smiling) We all made it together.
JESSICA (approaching) Congrats, Jason. You did great.
JASON Thanks, Jessica. I’m glad you were here.
Wrylies:
Scene 6: The New Beginning
EXT. SMALL TOWN PARK – DUSK
The sun sets over the park, casting a warm glow. Jason, Sara, and Jessica sit on a bench, watching the sunset.
Action Lines:
JASON You know, I think we’re going to be okay.
SARA Yeah, we’ve come a long way.
JESSICA And we’ll keep growing, no matter where we are.
Wrylies:
End Credits
Title: Journey to Self
Written by: [Your Name]
Contact Information: [Your Contact Information]
