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PKCardinal
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Quoted from LC
Blimey...

In 'strine' that simply means surprisingly good. Show off!

I don't think an explanation was needed for the flowers - he's arranged to have them delivered each year.

Humour was lovely. Great, obstructions with all the biddies vying for his attention and a satisfying ending.

Like I said: Showoff!

Ooh, one thing: I'm not enamoured with the title, don't think it does it justice.

One more nitpicky thing:  

YOUNG JIMMY
Oh, Babe. I like this guy.

I know he's Young Jimmy but I question whether the term of endearment would be 'babe', from this era, more like 'sweetheart', darling or even, doll.


LC,

Thanks for the compliments. Can never have enough of those.

Regarding the title: I can't decide if I like it, either. I couldn't think of anything, so I went with the idea that Jimmy is giving his "blessing" for Adel to date. But, it just doesn't feel right. Still, haven't thought of anything better. (Ideas, anyone?)

Also, great note on "Babe." Really made me think. Every word is so important. So, I did the math. They met in their 30s, they're in their 70s. That means they dated in the 1970s. Brought to mind, Sonny and Cher. I got you, Babe. So, I can make the argument that he might call her Babe. But, still not sure if I've convinced myself. So, I'll keep pondering. Maybe there's something better.

Again, love the note. Details make all the difference.


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Only issue I would note (a minor one) is that I feel like there should've been some kind of transition or note when Young Adel enters the scene so as to orient the reader. I wasn't sure if Adel becomes Young Adel or if Adel is watching her younger self interact with Jimmy. I get what you were going for and it worked well, especially later on in the scene, but I could've used some additional clarity.



Both you and ReneC made this same note.

I'm working the problem!

Thanks!


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FYI, I've changed the title to SPARK. Hopefully that's better.


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PK, I read it again slowly and deliberately, looking at dialogue, key phrases, with a mind to title.

'Spark' isn't exactly lighting up for me.
It's not bad but as a title it could mean any genre, any thing... I think in that regard Blessing is better.

So, any of these take your fancy?


Together Again
One More Time, With Feeling
Last Chance Love
The Olive Garden
When A Guy Likes A Gal
Our First Valentine’s Day
Say Yes
One Last Dance
Chocolates And Breadsticks
The Gift
The Real Thing

Perhaps those might inspire.
Then again, Writer has final word.  





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Wow, so much thought, LC. Thank you.

At first glance, One Last Dance kinda stands out. Or, just: Last Dance

Gonna sleep on that list and see if any others take hold.

Again, thank you!


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You're very welcome. Happy to help.


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Alrighty... thank you LC, you really spurred me to solve the title problem. And, helped push me past SPARK, which didn't feel all that much better than BLESSING.

I've settled on: FOR NOW

It speaks to the two levels of the script: Jimmy says "we'll be together again someday" but gives his blessing to Adel to be happy now. And, Warren understands "life is short", but also that Adel has loved Jimmy for a long time. His message is: let's just enjoy each other's company while we can. Jimmy agrees.

It's all temporary. All of life is.


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Just received word this morning that this has been shot and is now in post-production. Haven't seen anything yet. But, I'll share when I can!


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That's terrific, PK! Really looking forward to seeing it.


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That's terrific, PK! Really looking forward to seeing it.


Thanks, LC! I'm excited. I'd done a small rewrite back in November for the director. Then, hadn't heard anything. So, it was a surprise to find out it's been shot and is moving along.

I've got more news coming (more shorts)... very fun time for me right now. Many thanks to you and all of my friends here. So happy Gary turned me on to this site! (And, that you turned me on to ScriptRevolution.)


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Quoted from PKCardinal
Just received word this morning that this has been shot and is now in post-production. Haven't seen anything yet. But, I'll share when I can!


Congrats, mate! Excellent news.


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Awesome news, Paul! Congrats, Dude. Can't wait to see the finished product.
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Thanks, Warren. Some day I'll have to learn how to upload an image. But, I'm waiting until I'm smarter.


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Awesome news, Paul!

Looking forward to watch it.


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