"It's a Wonderful Life" shows us the character of George Bailey in his time of need as he contemplates ending his life. The scene in Heaven involves George's guardian angel, Clarence, who shows him what Bedford Falls would be like if he had never been born. The text also details scenes from George's life, highlighting his kindness and the positive impact he has had on his community. Through Clarence's guidance, George ultimately realizes the value of his life and the importance of his contributions to the world.

This Deep Dive looks at the screenplay for the 1983 movie "A Christmas Story" by Jean Shepherd & Bob Clark. The screenplay follows the experiences of young Ralphie Parker as he relentlessly pursues a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. The story takes place in Indiana during a snowy winter and depicts Ralphie's struggles with school, his overbearing mother, and his chaotic, sometimes violent family life. The screenplay highlights Ralphie's fantasies of heroic adventure with his BB gun, contrasting them with his realistic struggles of childhood. It also showcases the everyday absurdity and humor of family life in a small town during the Christmas season.

This Deep Dive covers the script for "Santa Claus Conquers the Martians" from 1963 by Paul Jacobson. The story focuses on a Martian invasion of Earth in which the Martians kidnap Santa Claus to bring Christmas to their own planet. The Martians believe that their children have become too advanced and need a taste of childhood innocence to be truly happy. The Martians land on Earth and attempt to abduct Santa Claus, but encounter resistance from two Earth children, Billy and Betty Foster, who ultimately help Santa Claus escape. The Martians then attempt to use a giant toy robot, Torg, to force Santa Claus into obedience, but they are thwarted by the unexpected power of Santa Claus's magic. In the end, Santa Claus is returned to Earth and the Martians learn the importance of childhood and the power of Christmas cheer.

This Deep Dive is for the 1988 action film Die Hard. The script depicts the story of John McClane, a New York cop who travels to Los Angeles to spend Christmas with his estranged wife Holly, and ends up saving the day when terrorists take over the Nakatomi Plaza building. The script details the various characters, their motivations, and their actions throughout the film. The script also includes descriptions of the sets, costumes, and sound effects, providing a comprehensive picture of the film's production. Ultimately, the script offers a detailed look into the development and execution of a popular action film.

Screenplay from the film "Rocky," written by Sylvester Stallone. The excerpt details the life of Rocky Balboa, a struggling boxer, as he navigates the world of Philadelphia boxing. The story highlights Rocky's struggles with his personal life, financial woes, and the constant challenges of the boxing world. It follows Rocky as he prepares for a championship fight against heavyweight champion Apollo Creed, offering a glimpse into the physical and mental demands of boxing and the complexities of Rocky's internal struggles.

This Deep Dive is on the original screenplay for the 1971 film "Harold and Maude." The screenplay depicts the bizarre relationship between Harold, a young man obsessed with death, and Maude, an eccentric elderly woman who embraces life. Through their interactions, the screenplay explores themes of mortality, individuality, and the search for meaning in life. The screenplay is written in a unique style, using cinematic language to convey the characters’ thoughts and emotions, and often utilizing symbolism and surreal imagery. The excerpt focuses on Harold's struggles with his mother's attempts to control his life and his desire to live on his own terms. Ultimately, the screenplay culminates in Harold and Maude finding love and acceptance in their unconventional bond.

This Deep Dive centers around a satirical take on Westerns. The story is about crafty railroad worker Bart, becomes the first black sheriff of Rock Ridge- a frontier town about to be destroyed in order to make way for a new railroad.

The script for the movie Back to the Future, focusing on the relationship between Marty McFly, his father George, and his mother Lorraine. It describes how Marty inadvertently travels back to 1955 and finds himself interfering with his parents' initial meeting, thereby threatening his own existence. To correct the timeline, Marty must ensure that his parents fall in love at the "Enchantment Under the Sea" school dance. The text also introduces Dr. Emmett Brown, who has invented time travel and becomes Marty's unlikely ally in navigating the complexities of time travel and ensuring his own future.

This screenplay tells the story of a retired beekeeper named Adam Clay, who believes that the world is out of balance. After a call center steals the savings of an elderly woman, Clay sets out to correct the situation. He burns down the call center, killing several of its employees and leaving behind a message of revenge. Clay then tracks down the person responsible, Derek Evermore, but discovers that Evermore is not the real source of the corruption. Instead, Clay believes that Evermore is a defective offspring of a queen, and that the real problem is Evermore's mother, President Danworth. The screenplay ends with Clay heading to the President's compound in Virginia Beach, with the intention of taking action against her.

This Deep Dive's subject is the 1980 horror film Friday the 13th. It opens in 1958 at a summer camp where two teenage camp counselors are murdered by a mysterious figure who we later learn is Mrs. Voorhees, the vengeful mother of Jason, a boy who drowned at the camp due to the counselors' negligence. The script then jumps to the present day, when a new group of young counselors arrive at the camp, oblivious to the tragedy that occurred there decades ago. This group is stalked and murdered by Mrs. Voorhees, who is determined to avenge her son's death. The story culminates in a final confrontation between Mrs. Voorhees and Alice, the only surviving counselor, where Mrs. Voorhees is finally killed.