by Robb House
by Robb House
TEASER
EXT. HEAVEN'S GATE PARK - NIGHT
A teenaged boy (16, average looking) runs into frame. He
pauses for a beat trying to catch his breath, a terrified
expression on his face.
From off screen, a low GROWL is heard. The boy's eyes widen
further. He takes off in a mad run.
He runs to a clump of bushes and dives into it. He freezes,
trying to control his breathing.
Moments later, a large, shadowy figure, walks slowly by. The
boy's eyes show his fear even as he sits perfectly
motionless.
The camera PANS UP to show the figure. The CREATURE is eight
feet tall. It's dark purple skin drips with slimy secretions.
Two bulbus eyes and a mouth full of razor-sharp teeth
complete its gruesome appearance.
The creature pauses and sniffs the air for a beat. The boy
squeezes his eyes shut, preparing himself to be devoured by
the nearby beast. Something catches the creature's attention
and it moves on.
Once it is out of sight, the boy lets out an audible sigh. He
freezes once more, afraid that this small sound may attract
the beast back in his direction. He remains still for another
second. Silence.
The silence is broken by a loud NOISE, but not the
otherworldly roar of the creature. No. It's the very familiar
sound of a car horn honking.
A look of hope spreads across the young man's face. Like a
wild animal released from a trap, the boy SPRINGS up from the
bushes and RUNS toward the sound.
Ahead, he sees street lights shining through the trees. He
picks up his pace. The trees thin. The boy can clearly make
out the MOVIE THEATER coming into view. A CROWD of people
exit from the building as the movie lets out. His hopeful
smile grows.
He reaches the edge of the park.
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EXT. HEAVEN'S GATE STREET - CONTINUOUS
The young man steps out onto the sidewalk. He pants with
exhaustion, happy tears coming to his eyes.
He takes another step, but is stopped by a CLAWED hand on his
shoulder! As he is jerked roughly back into the bushes and
out of sight, he drops a SMALL SILVER OBJECT. A MUFFLED
SCREAM is drowned out by the departing THEATER CROWD.
The camera PANS RIGHT to- Leaving the theater are SIMON
TRAVERS, JAMIE SINCLAIR, and BEAU BUXTON. Along with the
crowd, they walk across the street toward the side where the
boy was standing moments earlier.
BEAU
Man! That was movie was sick!
JAMIE
(confused)
I thought you liked it.
Beau looks at Jamie and laughs.
SIMON
And what did you think 'bout it,
Jamie-boy?
Jamie ponders for a moment.
JAMIE
It wasn't a very realistic
portrayal of what life in space
would be like... theoretically.
Simon and Beau exchange a look. Simon then gives his nephew a
cheeky grin.
SIMON
Not supposed to be realistic, mate!
It's about the explosions, the
blood, the guts! And most
importantly...
(lasciviously)
...the gratuitous full-frontal
nudity by the sexy, surgically
enhance female leads.
Beau nods emphatically. Jamie considers this for a beat as
the three finish crossing the street. A large smile crosses
the boy's face as they pause on the sidewalk.
JAMIE
Oh! In that case, I liked it! A
lot!
Simon musses Jamie's hair, smiling proudly at the lad.
SIMON
That's my boy!
The three chuckle for a beat. Simon's face turns serious.
SIMON (CONT'D)
Now remember. Don't go tellin' your
mum I took you. It's restricted. We
spent the night at the arcade.
Right? She'd have me head if she
knew the truth.
The boys nod as Simon fumbles with a cigarette.
SIMON (CONT'D)
Seems sis is got some crazy idea
I'm a bad influence. Corrupting
minors or summat.
He lights his cigarette, taking a few quick puffs.
SIMON (CONT'D)
Bleedin' paragon of virtue, I am!
He holds the pack of cigarettes out, offering them to the
boys. They both shake their heads, declining the man's offer,
and then exchange a small chuckle at Simon's expense. Simon
glances at his watch.
SIMON (CONT'D)
Speaking of the ole dragon lady,
better get you lads home before
your curfew or we'll see some real
fireworks.
(to Beau)
Which way?
BEAU
I'm just down the street. I'll be
alright on my own.
SIMON
(nodding)
Right! Laters then, Beauregard!
The boys exchange their "secret" hand shake. Simon and Jamie
turn in the opposite direction and begin walking. Simon
throws his arm over his nephew's shoulder.
SIMON (CONT'D)
Great! Now we got time to stop by
me pub for a quick pint. Don't tell
your mum!
Jamie turns back to Beau with a pleading look. Beau chuckles
and walks away in the other direction.
After a few steps, Beau stops. Something has caught his eye.
He bends down out of frame for a beat and then stands.
CU on his hand. He is holding the small silver object dropped
by the scared boy earlier. It is a round TALISMAN inscribed
with ancient looking runes.
Beau's eye's light up as he examines the shiny object.
BEAU
Cool!
The boy stuffs his new find into the front pocket of his
jeans and continues on his way.
He walks out of frame. After a beat, the creature pops its
head out of the bushes. It looks in Beau's direction, narrows
it's eyes, and emits a low growl.
The camera again PANS RIGHT, back to the movie theater. It
ZOOMS IN on the MOVIE POSTER of the film playing inside,
"Zombie Space Hookers Four."
The poster displays a pair of scantily clad woman holding
large guns. Standing behind them is a monstrous creature. The
creature from the park!
BLACK OUT.
END OF TEASER
ACT ONE
FADE IN:
EXT. FRANK'S DINER - MORNING
Establishing shot of the diner. While some repair work has
been done, the outside still shows evidence of Praxx the
sprite's attack in the previous episode. A "Closed For
Remodeling" sign adorns the door.
MIKE (V.O.)
So... that's it.
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INT. FRANK'S DINER - CONTINUOUS
The diner interior is in various stages of repair. The
windows have all been replaced, but there are some newly
plastered bits that still need painting.
MIKE is standing in front of TAMSIN, VI, FRANK, FLETCHER, and
CORRINE addressing them. TYLER sits close by for moral
support. DET. TANYA JAMISON and Jamie sit on the other side
of the diner at the counter. The former sipping a glass of
orange juice, the latter dressed for school and eating bacon
and eggs.
MIKE
I'm really sorry for being such a
dick.
(beat)
Can you guys forgive me?
Mike hangs his head, looking very pathetic. Vi immediately
grabs the man and gives him a big hug.
Frank gives Mike a proud smile. He nods and gives the younger
man a friendly pat on the arm.
Tamsin approaches Mike slowly, her features unreadable. A
genuinely worried expression flickers across Mike's face.
After a tense beat, a soft smile comes to Tamsin's lips. She
opens her arms wide.
Mike embraces her tightly. They hug for a few moments and
then part, both wearing happy expressions.
TAMSIN
You're still a dick.
MIKE
(with a smirk)
The biggest.
The gang begins to talk and laugh among themselves as the
camera PANS over to Tanya and Jamie at the counter. Tanya
nods toward the group.
TANYA
What's that all about?
JAMIE
(matter of fact)
Mike has sex with men. Lots of men.
Tanya shoots an odd look in Jamie's direction. Jamie
misunderstands its meaning.
JAMIE (CONT'D)
(explaining)
It's because he's a homosexual.
TANYA
Um... yeah, kid. I kinda figured.
Tanya takes a big gulp of her orange juice.
JAMIE
My uncle Simon says it's okay if I
want to be a homosexual too, like
my uncle Lon...
Tanya swallows hard, almost choking, and looks unbelievingly
at the boy.
JAMIE (CONT'D)
...but I don't think I do because
men don't give me erections. Just
women.
Tanya gives the boy a bemused smile as Tamsin approaches, her
personality bubbly and happy, followed closely by Fletcher
who is carrying a small notebook computer.
TAMSIN
And what are we discussing here?
Fletcher sits on the stool to Jamie's left as Tamsin walks
behind the bar to stand before the boy.
TANYA
Erections.
Tamsin cocks her eyebrow and looks at Jamie. Fletcher
chuckles silently.
TANYA (CONT'D)
Apparently women give him them and
men don't. Congratulations. I know
it can be touch and go during those
teenage years.
FLETCHER
(laughing)
No pun intended.
Tamsin cuts her eyes at the man. He laughs louder and turns
away.
Tamsin gives Jamie a stern but loving look.
TAMSIN
Jamie. Remember our little talk
about divulging too much personal
information?
Jamie hangs his head.
JAMIE
Yes.
TAMSIN
And what does mommy say about
discussing your penis?
JAMIE
Don't.
Tamsin leans over the counter and gives the lad a quick kiss
on the forehead. Fletcher continues to shake with silent
laughter.
Tanya smirks. She stands and walks over to Frank, who is
talking casually to Corrine.
FRANK
Glad you made it this morning.
CORRINE
Well, my schedule's pretty clear
now that I'm a woman of leisure.
FRANK
You miss it?
CORRINE
A little.
(beat)
But the ample dividend check I get
once a month as MacroWare's major
shareholder eases the pain a
little.
The two laugh lightly. Tanya taps Frank gently on the arm.
FRANK
Oh, hey, Tanya. Sorry, I kinda
forgot...
Frank trails off, looking slightly embarrassed.
TANYA
It's okay. I just have to get
going. Just making sure we're still
on for dinner tonight.
Frank nods his head. Something pops into his mind.
FRANK
Oh! I'll have to meet you there.
Promised Brynn I'd drop by the
hospital and see her tonight.
TANYA
We can stop in on our way--
FRANK
She's only really comfortable
around me and Jamie. But I'll meet
you afterwards.
Tanya cocks her eyebrow and gives Frank a skeptical look.
FRANK (CONT'D)
I promise!
TANYA
Like you promised Monday?
FRANK
It was the annual migration of the
Kibosh demons. Who knew it was
going to take that long?
TANYA
And Tuesday?
FRANK
Billie assured me we'd be back in
plenty of time--
TANYA
And Wednesday?
FRANK
Hey! I was here Wednesday! You were
the one who flaked.
Tanya ponders for a beat.
TANYA
Oh, yeah. Detective Reed needed
help with the Sumner case.
He leans in and gives her another kiss.
FRANK
Tonight. Chuckie's.
They exchange a warm smile. Tanya turns to exit. A quick
frown crosses Frank's face. He turns back to face Corrine who
is looking at him with a smirk. Frank looks away, again
embarrassed.
Before she makes it to the door, Tanya's cell phone rings.
She stops and answers it as the camera PANS RIGHT to Vi,
Tyler, and Mike who are now sitting at a booth.
TYLER
I've got it all planned out. A
romantic picnic in the park
followed by dancing and a carriage
ride under the stars.
Vi looks off dreamily and sighs.
VI
That's sounds so awesome.
Mike rolls his eyes.
MIKE
Hard to believe you two have been
together for a whole year.
TYLER
I know! It seems like just
yesterday we--
MIKE
I mean, it's hard to believe you
have a girlfriend at all really.
Tyler frowns.
MIKE (CONT'D)
The nerd factor alone... Then add
to that your taste in clothing...
and music...
Tyler looks offended.
MIKE (CONT'D)
...and that fuzzy "Winnie the Pooh"
belly you got going there...
Mike reaches over and pokes Tyler's stomach. Tyler
immediately slaps his hand away.
MIKE (CONT'D)
Now that I think about it, it's
really remarkable that you're not
still a virgin.
Off Tyler's expression, Mike breaks out in a wide smile and
starts laughing. Vi joins in. Tyler grudgingly chuckles.
TYLER
I think I liked you better when you
were a slut.
Mike laughs harder as the camera PANS LEFT back to the diner
door where still stands Tanya.
Tanya hangs up her phone and turns back to Frank.
TANYA
(loudly)
There was a murder in the park last
night.
Everyone turns in her direction, giving the detective their
full attention.
TANYA (CONT'D)
Sounds like one of your kind of
cases. The file should be up in the
system.
(beat)
I'll let you know if we get any
more info.
Frank nods appreciatively.
TANYA (CONT'D)
(pointing at Frank;
firmly)
Tonight!
Frank again nods. Tanya turns back to the door and exits.
Frank turns and points to Fletcher, but Fletcher is already
on it. The younger man opens his small laptop.
The gang assembles at the counter. Gathering around the
Aussie, they looking over his shoulder at the computer screen
as he types.
Mike leans into Vi.
MIKE
(indicating the computer)
What's that "dohicky"?
VI
Fletcher's new toy.
FLETCHER
It's not a toy!
(pointing to his computer)
This is a highly sophisticated
piece of technology.
(explaining)
Not only can it hack into the
police's computer system and access
some of the sphere's lower
functions, like out system
downstairs, it also contains one of
the most comprehensive demon
databases ever compiled.
Fletcher turns quickly to looks at them, his smile like that
of a little kid.
FLETCHER (CONT'D)
Cool, isn't it?
All around smile, amused at his excitement. Fletcher turns
back to the business at hand and types more on his computer.
He pauses for a beat, quickly perusing the info now displayed
on the screen.
FLETCHER (CONT'D)
Looks like a teenaged boy was
killed in the park last night,
right across from the theater.
Ripped to shreds, poor kid.
Happened around nine-thirty.
JAMIE
That's when the movie let out.
Jamie quickly catches himself, but not fast enough to beat
Tamsin's lightning quick motherly instincts. She cuts her
eyes at the boy.
JAMIE (CONT'D)
(timidly)
I assume.
TAMSIN
(sternly)
Jamie?
All eyes turn to Jamie.
JAMIE
(overly rehearsed)
We were at the arcade.
TAMSIN
(more sternly)
Jamie?
Jamie hangs his head.
JAMIE
We watched "Zombie Space Hookers
Four."
TAMSIN
(under her breath)
Simon!
Mike, Tyler, and Fletcher suppress laughter. On the scent of
a case, Frank is all business. He leans in closer to the boy.
FRANK
Did you see anything unusual?
Jamie thinks for a moment.
JAMIE
Naked women shooting laser guns. I
don't think their breast were real.
TAMSIN
Simon!
This is too much for the three younger adult males. A few
snorts of laughter break through. Frank gives them a stern
look stopping any further laughter dead in its tracks.
FRANK
Anything outside, as you were
leaving?
Jamie again thinks for a moment.
JAMIE
I don't think so.
Jamie closes his eyes and concentrates for a beat.
JAMIE (CONT'D)
No. Everything was normal. At least
in my limited experience.
Frank frowns.
FRANK
Right.
(to all)
Not much more we can do until we
get more info. Fletcher, use that
new toy of yours. See if you can at
least narrow down a list of
suspects. Any demons that tear
their prey apart.
FLETCHER
(smirking)
It'll be no short list.
FRANK
(nodding)
Just do your best.
Fletcher shrugs and looks back to the laptop. Mike, Vi, and
Tyler return to their table. Corrine and Frank step back and
resume talking.
The bell over the door rings as Beau enters, a wide grin
adorns his face. He is dressed in his school uniform with his
backpack slung across one shoulder. He walks quickly to the
bar and sits beside Jamie.
BEAU
Dude! You will not believe the
morning I've had!
TAMSIN
Hello, Beau.
Beau turns to Tamsin quickly.
BEAU
Hello, Mrs. Sinclair.
He whips back around to Jamie who continues to eat his
breakfast. Tamsin slides a plate of food in front of Beau. He
grabs a fork and digs in.
BEAU (CONT'D)
(excitedly; eating)
Anyway, you will not believe the
morning I've had!
Jamie turns to face his friend.
BEAU (CONT'D)
First, my mom upped my allowance
for no reason. Then, I found that
book report for Mrs. Holcomb's
class lying on my desk, and I don't
even remember doing it!
BEAU (CONT'D)
(taking a bite; to
himself)
Needs salt.
Beside his plate, and unnoticed by everyone, a SALT SHAKER
appears from out of nowhere. Beau sees it, picks it up and
douses his plate. He takes another bite.
BEAU (CONT'D)
But the icing on the cake was the
stripper-gram that showed up at the
front door!
(beat)
She got down to her panties before
mom turned the hose on her. She had
the biggest set of--
Beau looks up at Tamsin. His cheeks blush red. Fletcher looks
up from his computer at the mention of a stripper. Tamsin
laughs lightly at the youth.
TAMSIN
(with mock surprise)
Oh my God! Teenage boys like
breast?! Who's have thought? I'll
alert the media.
FLETCHER
(to Beau)
Well, that sounds like an
incredible lucky streak you've got
going there, young man. Couldn't
tell you the last time I saw a nice
pair of...
(glancing at Tamsin)
..well... not so long actually.
Tamsin blushes. Beau reaches into his pocket and pulls out
the talisman.
BEAU
It's all thanks to my good-luck
charm here.
Fletcher squints his eyes, looking at the object.
JAMIE
Good-luck charm?
BEAU
Found it last night after we left
the movies.
(catching himself)
Um... I mean, the arcade. Movies? I
don't know why I said that. We
weren't anywhere near there last
night. I don't even like movies.
TAMSIN
(smirking)
The jig is up. Jamie spilled the
beans a few moments ago.
Beau gives a sigh of relief and a timid smile.
JAMIE
(nodding toward the
talisman)
How does it work?
BEAU
You keep it in your pocket. Then
every once in a while you slip your
hand in there and give that puppy a
nice stroke.
JAMIE
(frowning)
My Uncle Simon said I should only
do that in private or in front of a
special lady friend.
Tamsin scoffs as Beau takes a big bite of food.
TAMSIN
Remind me to have a long chat with
your Uncle Simon later.
(considering)
Though the "in private" part is
probably sound advice.
Tamsin looks to Fletcher, expecting the man to have comment,
but instead, he stares at the object in Beau's hand.
Beau looks around for a drink. Just out of his eyesight, a
glass of orange juice appears out of nowhere. This time,
however, Fletcher and Tamsin notice. They look at each other,
getting nonverbal conformation of what they just saw. Beau
picks up the glass and takes a sip.
Suddenly, the creature CRASHES through the diner door!
Everyone jumps in surprise.
It roars as we:
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END OF ACT ONE
ACT TWO
INT. FRANK'S DINER - MORNING
As before, the creature has just BURST through the glass
diner door breaking it into a million pieces. Everyone jumps
in surprise.
CU on Beau's hand holding the talisman. It flies into the air
as the boy is startled, landing somewhere on the diner floor.
The creature roars. Frank looks in shock at the newly
replaced door lying in pieces on the floor.
FRANK
God dammit!
The gang leaps into action. Fletcher grabs the two boys and
pulls them behind the bar for shelter.
Vi KICKS the demon in the face. It rocks back slightly, but
shows no visible damage. In return, it BACKHANDS her, sending
her FLYING through the air. The young Slayer CRASHES through
the large, newly replaced front window.
Frank cringes.
FRANK (CONT'D)
I just fixed that!
With nothing handy, Frank grabs a SPOON off the nearest
table. With expert skill he throws it at the beast.
CU on the spoon at it flies end over end toward the creature.
Frank's aim is true and the utensil STRIKES the creature dead
in the eye. It SHRIEKS in pain.
A smug, satisfied grin crosses Frank's face- a grin which
quickly fades as the beast shakes it off and looks in Frank's
direction. It again ROARS loudly.
Frank gulps as the creature heads his way. But just as the
beast is about to attack, Corrine steps between the two
combatants.
Vi picks herself up and jumps back through the broken window.
Corrine PUNCHES the beast, one, two, three, four times! It
staggers back.
Mike takes this opportunity and sends a BALL OF ENERGY in the
creature's direction, knocking it back further.
Tyler begins to throw random objects at the beast.
ANGLE ON: Tamsin and Fletcher behind the bar, attempting to
keep the two boys safe. Their eyes meet for a moment.
BEAU
What the Hell is that thing?!
ANGLE ON: Vi LEAPS at the wounded monster, tackling it to the
floor.
The demon KICKS out its foot, kicking the bar stool where
Fletcher was sitting only moments earlier. The stool
unattaches itself from the floor and EMBEDS into the counter.
ANGLE ON: The four behind the counter JUMP from the force of
the impact.
FRANK
(yelling)
Get the kids out of here!
Tamsin and Fletcher prompt the boys to crawl to the end of
the bar.
Just as they emerge from their shelter, the creature throws
Vi off. It grabs the nearest table, and with a sweeping
motion, it succeeds in KNOCKING OVER Mike, Frank, Corrine,
and Tyler.
The monster then THROWS the table across the room. It hits
the wall and falls directly on Tamsin, Jamie, Beau, and
Fletcher who are attempting to crawl to safety.
Vi has once again gotten up and by the look on her face, she
is not happy.
VI
Okay! That's it!
The Slayer grabs the fire extinguisher off the wall. She
SLAMS it into the side of the monster's head. It staggers.
VI (CONT'D)
I!
Vi HITS it again on the other side of the head.
VI (CONT'D)
AM NOT!
The creature groans. A third hit and the beast is down.
VI (CONT'D)
A FRISBEE!
Vi is straddling its chest in a flash. She looks quickly at
the fire extinguisher in her hand.
VI (CONT'D)
Pull!
She pulls the pin on the fire extinguisher.
VI (CONT'D)
Aim!
She points the hose at the monster's mouth. Frank, Corrine,
Mike, and Tyler stand.
VI (CONT'D)
Squeeze!
Vi grabs the trigger.
VI (CONT'D)
Suck this!
She shoves the hose into the creature's mouth and pulls the
trigger. White chemical smoke pours from the monster's mouth
and nose. It shakes violently, trying to jump up off the
floor.
Corrine leaps to Vi's aid and helps hold the beast down as
the younger woman continues to squeeze the trigger. The
monster's actions become less forceful until it finally goes
limp.
Vi and Corrine give sighs of relief and stand. Vi looks to
Frank.
VI (CONT'D)
Looks like that fire safety class
you made us all take finally came
in handy.
FRANK
(smirking)
I believe the proper operation of a
fire extinguisher is "Pull, aim,
squeeze, sweep".
VI
(shrugging)
I improvised.
They grin for a beat, then a sound attracts their attention.
Tamsin and Fletcher move the table off of themselves and
begin to stand. Jamie picks himself up off the floor also.
FRANK
(to Tamsin)
You alright?
She glances at Jamie and Fletcher.
TAMSIN
Yes, I think--
JAMIE
Beau!
All eyes dart around for signs of the boy, finally settling
on Beau's crumpled form. His red hair hangs limply over his
face.
Fletcher is quickly at the boy's side. He feels for a pulse.
A relieved smile crosses his face. He nods.
FLETCHER
He's alive. Good strong heart beat.
He investigates the boy further.
FLETCHER (CONT'D)
Nasty bump on his head though. We
ought to get him seen to.
Frank nods. Fletcher moves to pick Beau up and flinches. He
grabs his right arm which was apparently injured in the
scuffle. Gritting his teeth, he picks up the unconscious
youth. As he walks towards the door, Frank, Corrine, Mike,
and Tamsin fall in line behind him.
Vi and Tyler move to follow, but Frank stops them.
FRANK
You two stay here and clean up.
They both nod, but Vi doesn't look happy.
As Jamie passes the dead creature, he pauses and gives it an
odd look as he studies its features for the first time.
JAMIE
Hey! That looks like--
TAMSIN
Not now Jamie!
Tamsin pushes her son toward the door. The team exits.
Tyler shrugs and looks around.
TYLER
Just another quiet day at Frank's
Diner.
Vi gives a small laugh. Tyler moves to a small cupboard,
opens it and pulls out a broom and dust pan. He tosses the
broom to Vi who catches it.
VI
I always get clean-up duty!
Tyler laughs. He spots something on the floor.
Shining in the rubble, is the talisman. Tyler bends down and
picks it up.
He eyes the object curiously. Vi notices.
VI (CONT'D)
What's that?
TYLER
You got me.
He slides the talisman into his pants pocket.
TYLER (CONT'D)
But finders keepers.
Tyler takes a quick glance at this watch.
TYLER (CONT'D)
Crap! I'm late for work. Later, Vi.
In a flash, Tyler is out the door. Vi waves. A beat and then
she looks around at the state of the diner.
VI
Hey!
Off Vi's annoyed face we:
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