“Unraveling Secrets: Is ‘Playdate’ the Screenplay That Redefines Friendship?”
In the unpredictable realm of screenwriting, few things can send chills down a writer’s spine quite like an unexpected encounter with an old adversary—especially at a seemingly innocent playdate. Picture this: Alice, a 50-year-old mother trying her best to navigate the rocky waters of parenting, steps through the door of a new friend’s house, only to find herself face-to-face with her childhood tormentor, Katrine. What starts as a polite dinner quickly spirals into a gripping duel of past grievances and psychological games, turning the evening into a thriller that unearths old wounds. This tension-filled premise is the backbone of the #2 script from the 2024 Black List, penned by the talented Danish screenwriter, Marie Østerbye. With a vivid exploration of bullying and friendship, will Alice find the closure she desperately seeks, and what lengths will she go to attain it? If only life—and dessert—were simple! For a deeper dive into this intriguing screenplay and to explore its potential, a tantalizing read awaits you here: LEARN MORE.
Things get crazy with the #2 script on the 2024 Black List!
Genre: Drama/Thriller
Premise: When taking her daughter to a playdate at a new friend’s house, Alice suddenly comes face to face with her childhood bully, Katrine. An evening of seemingly polite dinner conversation and catching up turns into a night of psychological warfare as the two women reveal the scars of their past while their two young daughters play.
About: This was the #2 script on last year’s Black List. I just reviewed the #1 script last week, if you’re interested. Marie Østerbye is a Danish screenwriter with a ton of TV experience in that industry.
Writer: Marie Østerbye
Details: 97 pages
