Ethan & Theresa 3/21/07
Summary
TLDRIn this dramatic script, Theresa is blackmailed, causing tension in her relationship with Ethan. The blackmailer threatens to destroy Theresa's family if she doesn't comply with their demands, which include marrying Jared. Despite Ethan's love and his attempts to support her, Theresa's refusal to reveal her secret pushes him away. The script is filled with suspense as Theresa struggles with her decision, while the blackmailer's identity and motives remain a mystery.
Takeaways
- 🔒 A character is being blackmailed, with the threat of severe consequences for their family if they don't comply with the blackmailer's demands.
- ❤️ The main characters express deep love for each other, with one character insisting on honesty and openness despite the blackmail situation.
- 😣 A secret is being kept from the loved one, causing tension and a potential rift in their relationship.
- 👨👩👧👦 The family of one of the characters is under threat, with the blackmailer holding significant power over their fate.
- 🚫 The character refuses to give in to the blackmailer's demands, showing a strong stance against屈服于 criminal pressure.
- 🤔 The identity of the blackmailer remains a mystery, with the character receiving anonymous and disguised communications.
- 😱 There is a sense of being watched and listened to, suggesting the blackmailer could be monitoring the characters' every move.
- 😢 A character is torn between protecting their family and being honest with their partner, leading to emotional distress.
- 💔 The relationship is at a breaking point due to the secret and the blackmail, with one character considering leaving.
- 👩👧👦 A mother is involved in the situation, showing concern for her child's well-being and possibly eavesdropping on their conversations.
Q & A
What is the main conflict in the script?
-The main conflict revolves around Theresa being blackmailed, which threatens her relationship with Ethan and the safety of her brothers.
Why does Theresa refuse to reveal her secret to Ethan?
-Theresa refuses to reveal her secret because she fears the consequences it may have on her family, particularly her brothers.
What is the blackmailer threatening to do if Theresa doesn't comply?
-The blackmailer threatens to frame Theresa's brothers for crimes they didn't commit, leading to Miguel going to prison for life and Louise receiving a lethal injection.
How does the blackmailer communicate with Theresa?
-The blackmailer communicates with Theresa through disguised phone calls on both her computer and cell phone, making their voice sound low and raspy.
What is Ethan's reaction when Theresa won't reveal her secret?
-Ethan feels betrayed and frustrated, as he believes Theresa is not being honest with him, which leads him to walk away from their relationship.
What does the blackmailer want Theresa to do?
-The blackmailer wants Theresa to marry Jared and give up on Ethan, threatening to destroy her family if she defies them.
Why does Ethan believe they can overcome the blackmailer's threats?
-Ethan believes they can overcome the threats because he is confident in their ability to find the blackmailer and put an end to their manipulation.
What is the significance of the undisclosed secret that Theresa is hiding?
-The undisclosed secret is significant because it is the leverage the blackmailer is using to control Theresa's actions and decisions, affecting her relationships and her family's safety.
How does Theresa's mother become involved in the situation?
-Theresa's mother becomes involved when she eavesdrops on their conversation and tries to intervene, showing concern for Theresa and Ethan's relationship.
What is the relationship between Theresa and Ethan?
-Theresa and Ethan are in a romantic relationship, and they have a history together, with Ethan expressing a desire to marry Theresa.
Outlines
🔒 Blackmail and Love's Struggle
The first paragraph revolves around a couple, Theresa and Ethan, who are dealing with a blackmailer's threats to their relationship. The blackmailer is pressuring Theresa to stay away from Ethan, and they suspect that the blackmailer might be someone who wants Theresa for themselves or simply hates Ethan. The couple is determined not to let the blackmailer control their lives, but the situation is complicated by the fact that Theresa's brothers are being threatened with false accusations if she doesn't comply. Ethan is adamant that they should fight back and find the blackmailer, but Theresa is hesitant to reveal the secret that the blackmailer is holding over her. The tension builds as Ethan urges Theresa to trust him with her secret, which is implied to be a significant revelation about her past.
😔 Ultimatums and Family's Fate
The second paragraph delves deeper into the blackmail situation, with the blackmailer threatening Theresa's family's well-being if she doesn't marry Jared, a man chosen by the blackmailer. The threats are severe, including life imprisonment for her brother Miguel and a lethal injection for her brother Louis for crimes they did not commit. The blackmailer uses emotional manipulation, suggesting that Theresa's happiness and her family's safety are at stake. Ethan, frustrated by Theresa's refusal to share the secret, gives her an ultimatum: reveal the truth, or he will leave. The situation escalates to a breaking point, with Theresa's mother intervening and Ethan deciding to leave if the truth isn't revealed. The paragraph ends with Theresa still unable to disclose her secret, leading to Ethan's departure and the potential end of their relationship.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Blackmailer
💡Secret
💡Manipulation
💡Integrity
💡Family
💡Trust
💡Obsession
💡Selfishness
💡Consequences
💡Conflict
Highlights
Theresa is being blackmailed, and the blackmailer is threatening to disrupt her life and relationships.
Ethan is determined not to let the blackmailer control their lives and is willing to fight against it.
Theresa's brothers' fates are in the hands of the blackmailer, adding a layer of urgency to the situation.
Ethan expresses his love for Theresa and his commitment to their relationship despite the threats.
Theresa is hesitant to reveal her secret, fearing the consequences it may have on her family.
Ethan insists on knowing Theresa's secret to help her, but she refuses, causing tension in their relationship.
The blackmailer's threats involve serious legal consequences for Theresa's brothers, including prison and lethal injection.
Ethan offers to provide financial support to help Theresa's brothers, showing his dedication to her family.
Theresa is torn between her love for Ethan and her fear of the blackmailer's threats.
Ethan demands honesty from Theresa, feeling that her secret is jeopardizing their future together.
Theresa's mother becomes involved, adding another layer of complexity to the situation.
Ethan decides to leave if Theresa doesn't reveal her secret, showing the depth of his frustration.
Theresa's mother eavesdrops on their conversation, indicating her concern and involvement in the matter.
Ethan's final ultimatum to Theresa is a pivotal moment, highlighting the stakes of their relationship.
Theresa's refusal to disclose her secret leads to Ethan's departure, marking a potential end to their relationship.
Ivy, Theresa's sister, seems to take pleasure in Theresa's predicament, revealing underlying family tensions.
Transcripts
[Music]
too much
and this is what's real
that was magical
you know what
you do this every single day
you just let me in your life theresa
black mom is not gonna let us be
together
sounds so ridiculous you know that no it
is i don't get it myself but whoever
this person is wants you all to him or
herself or they hate me so much they
just don't want me to be happy
that's ridiculous
i'm not gonna let some blackmailer run
my life
and even if you were right let's say
you're right let's say there's a
criminal out there that wants
wants me
you think i'm gonna go along with it if
it's a man
sorry not interested if it's another
woman i'm still not interested because
i'm only interested in you you have to
do what the black people want i am not
going to sleep with this this person i
don't want you to you just have to think
about my brothers
okay
their fates are in the blackmailer's
hands theresa you don't give in to a
criminal
you catch him and we're gonna find the
sick bastard and we're gonna stop him or
her
are you sure you have no idea who this
person could be no i don't i don't uh
however they've contacted me they make
sure that i can't identify with them
they they call me on the computer they
call me on my cell phone they disguise
their voice they make it low they make
it raspy creeps me out i think it's out
or maybe maybe he's alive they have eyes
and ears
everywhere they could be watching us
right now
we're gonna find this person
i swear to you
you sound so confident i'm telling you i
have tried
then we're going to try harder
hey many hands
makes light work right
right right then we're going to start
from the beginning and i'll tell you
where the beginning starts
with you telling me exactly what this
blackmailer has on you
i had a son and i didn't know it
and the mother kept me from being a
father to the child
[Music]
i don't know if i'd ever
it's time let's hear it what is your big
[Music]
secret look don't start this again all
right we just we just made love here and
we're about to to start the rest of our
lives together and it's going to be
wonderful but you have got to tell me
what this blackmailer has on you so you
won't be forced to marry jared you hear
me
why are you doing this
i can't believe you we just we i mean we
just shared what two people can only
share in the most intimate of moments
and you want to hold out on me you want
to keep a secret from me i mean i love
you you love me right of course i love
you then just be honest with me about
this please that's simple this is this
is dangerous okay not just for me but
for my
what the hell is brothers with you
i can't i can't believe what i'm hearing
here you just you just need to tell me
your secret that's all no i can't tell
you
teresa
you're throwing us away by doing this i
don't i don't want to do we've been
apart
half of our lives we finally have a
chance to be together i'm getting a
divorce i'm going to be able to marry
you and you get high forget the
blackmail or garbage
once i clear louisa miguel's names
there's no reason why you and i can't
get married you know i can give you all
the money that you need to win the cases
honey i don't need the money what we
need is to know what's going on in your
head
so that we can get to the bottom of all
this craziness theresa
[Music]
why can't you tell me
i mean i want to be with you we
we've waited our whole lives to be
together and we have our time here this
is our moment and you know what you're
doing you're blowing it for us you're
blowing it
so you need to tell me what is going on
what is your secret
theresa help me
help me to help you so i can help us
just tell me what this blackmail has on
you
then i'll know what we're up against
please
if i tell you
don't ask me to give up on ethan i have
loved him my entire life
obsessed with him is a better word
and i think i'm being very reasonable
it's not as if i'm asking you to be
alone for the rest of your life i'm
telling you to marry a man who can make
you and your children happy
do what i say
marry jared and you'll be happy
but defy me
and i'll destroy you and your family
your brother miguel will go to prison
for life for the hidden run that put fox
in the hospital
and your brother louise will get a
lethal injection for murdering rey for
raping fancy
you and your mother and sister will
never be the same but they're innocent
doesn't matter they'll be convicted
you'll mourn the loss of your brothers
for the rest of your life
and you'll know it was all your fault
your life ethan will be doomed you'll
never find happiness
don't do that
all the sacrifices your family has made
for you will be nothing
because you're a self-centered selfish
[ __ ]
[Music]
[Music]
why the hell not
[Music]
if you love me you will trust me
trust you have a trust in me teresa
look i'm gonna ask you one more time
tell me the secret that you're hiding
from me
or
just do it just tell me
no i can't
[Music]
what are you doing i'm leaving theresa
oh no ethan please don't do this why the
heck would i stay here i have no reason
to to be here oh no you don't mean that
theresa you say you love me you won't
even give me simple honesty
there's nothing simple
we're at an impasse here
and there's nothing i can do to help you
right now but you can help my brothers i
want to help you brothers teresa but i
can't help them if you won't help me
you're not being honest with me i'm
sorry this is your last chance your last
chance either make up your mind and tell
me the truth now or i'm out the door
oh my
to him
[Music]
i can't tell you
you can't tell me
fine and i'm gone no ethan don't leave
[Music]
oh whoa what not my room oh mother what
a surprise you need to mind your own
business sometimes okay i was
eavesdropping but i couldn't hear enough
so please tell me what's going on no
mother please stay out of this all right
i just hate to see you upset and i know
that teresa has done something to hurt
you
no no actually teresa hasn't done
anything that's the problem
okay well just call me i'm fine mother
i'm i'm fine i'm not gonna calm down
teresa's ruined my life for the
millionth time and i'm gone i'm out of
here good night no no ethan don't go i
have work to do
you can't leave i'm done wasting my time
here
either you're gonna tell me what you're
hiding or my hands are tied
but i do have to get to work because
your brothers deserve some kind of a
defense teresa
whatever i'm gone
[Music]
thank you for cheering me up theresa
i don't know what you did this time but
whatever it is i think you actually
might be history
go away ivy
oh you know what ethan's like once he
makes up his mind that's it
i don't think you're ever gonna get your
hooks into my son now
[Music]
you
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