Scripts-Aloud

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After a surprising one-night stand, Pete, an insecure mailroom clerk, is ready to bolt. Why? Because he is convinced that Kelly is a "perfect ten" who is vastly out of his league. But Kelly has secrets of her own. While Pete worries about his social standing, Kelly is navigating life with a serious mental health diagnosis and the fear that her "baggage" makes her unlovable.


Guided by their chaotic support systems—Pete’s pseudo-alpha coworker Fred, who offers bizarre theories on women , and Kelly’s pragmatic sister Riley, who swears by a cynical "feed him and sex him" formula —the two attempt to navigate a relationship. From "clean feet" tests  to confessions at Starbucks, Pete and Kelly must decide if they are brave enough to show each other who they really are. A touching and humorous look at imposter syndrome in modern dating.


Major Themes

  • Insecurity and "Leagues": The central conflict drives the narrative: Pete believes he is just a "regular guy" unworthy of a "ten," while Kelly believes her mental health struggles make her "broken". Both characters project perfection onto the other while feeling inadequate themselves.
  • Mental Health and Stigma: The script tackles the difficulty of disclosing a mental health condition (specifically psychosis) to a new romantic partner. It highlights the fear of rejection and the struggle to be seen as a whole person rather than a diagnosis.
  • The Influence of Peers/Family: The story heavily features the influence of outside voices. Fred acts as the devil on Pete's shoulder with toxic (yet occasionally effective) dating advice , while Riley provides a harsh, traditionalist, and protective perspective on how Kelly should "keep" a man.
  • Vulnerability vs. Judgment: The "Clean Feet Test" introduced by Pete’s mother serves as a metaphor for judgment and the fear of being "dirty" or unworthy. The characters must overcome arbitrary deal-breakers to find genuine connection.
  • The "Imposter Syndrome" of Adulthood: Both characters feel like they are faking their way through life—Pete with his career and future law school plans , and Kelly with her attempt to appear "normal" despite her internal struggle.


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Scripts-AloudBy Rick Regan