I know Christmas is over. But I started writing this last month, haven't finished it yet though. But thought I'd post it anyway. It's a fantasy story - based on A Christmas Carol - maybe a few other Christmas stories/movies. It involves Harry. As it was written last month some things have changed - so just pretend.
Here it is.. oh and I'm not the best writer in the world so it's not that great.
P.s I know I wrote a script before and didn't finish it, but I will finish this one.
Mister Scrooge
Opening scene:
Camera focuses on the hospital - A & E in full view. Jingle Bells played with bells plays gently in the background.
Inside the hospital a brightly decorated tree stands in the corner, solemnly watching as staff and patients whiz in and out. Tinsel hung neatly from the ceiling, while cards from relatives, patients and friends stand side by side on the counter.
Harry: I’m sorry Tess. I really am. But it can’t be helped, I asked you both to chose, neither of you would, so I picked for you.
Tess: But Harry. Was it really necessary?
Harry: I’m afraid so Tess. We just haven’t got the money to keep you both on.
Tess: But it’s Christmas. He has a family to support, how is he supposed to do that now?
Harry: He was offered the out patients position, he denied it, it’s not my problem.
Tess: Out patients? Charlie’s been doing this job for over 20 years, do you really think he wants to work backwards?
Harry: Tess, please. There’s nothing you can say that will change what has happened.
Tess: Well you know this is going to cause a lot of problems amongst the staff. Charlie was well loved.
Harry: Yes, I’m aware of that. But you’re all going to have to deal with it. I’m sorry. End of.
Harry walks off towards his office, leaving Tess stood there with an angry frown on her face.
Tess: Bah Humbug.
Maggie walks towards Tess, holding a clipboard framed with tinsel. They walk towards the staff room.
Maggie: Any luck?
Tess: Not a chance.
Maggie: You know what? He’s really changed since he came back, I’m starting to wish he left for good.
Tess: Yes, I know what you mean. Anyway, how’s the petition going?
Maggie: So far? 50 signatures. Which may not sound much but we only started an hour ago.
Inside the staff room Alice and Toby are giggling to themselves.
Maggie: How’s it going guys?
Toby lifts up a placard.
Maggie (reading): Bring.. Back.. Charlie.. He’s.. Our.. Ma..
She looks at Tess
Maggie: Ma?? He’s our.. Ma??
Toby: W.. well we ran out of ink. He looks embarrassed
Alice: We think people will know what it means.
Toby smiles at Alice. She gives an awkward smile back.
Tess: It will do. Is everyone else ready?
Alice: I think so.
Maggie: Perfect. When shift is over, let’s do this.
They all smile. Kelsey rushes in.
Kelsey: Maggie you’re needed in resus.
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(Couple of hours later)
The staff gather outside. Many have banners each requesting Charlie back in the department.
Harry comes out the hospital.
Maggie: Ready guys?
Abs: Yeah.
All (chanting): BRING BACK CHARLIE! BRING BACK CHARLIE! BRING BACK CHARLIE!
Harry: Tess what the hell is going on?
Tess: What does it look like Harry?
Harry looks around
Kelsey: We’re protesting.
Tess: I warned you it would cause an upset.
Harry: Well how would the rest of you like to be unemployed this Christmas?
Maggie: He’s bluffing!
Harry: Am I?
Kelsey: Guys maybe we should do this later?
(She puts her banner down)
Tess: Stay where you are Kelsey. (Pause) Well Harry, if Charlie isn’t reinstated, then maybe neither of us want our jobs. Then where will the hospital be?
Harry stares at everyone.
Harry: Well, do what you want, but I assure you, you won’t hear the last of this, you will all be punished in some way. Now, If you’ll excuse me, I have a family to be getting home too.
Tess: So does Charlie, only he won’t be able to afford any luxuries this Christmas - not even a turkey
Harry looks remorseful but carries on walking towards his car.
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