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NARRATOR:

No money can keep you alive forever

-no status.

CLOSE on Brad’s dad - his last breath is expired.

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EXT. TUFTS CAMPUS - DAY 128

Brad, deep in thought, sits on the stairs outside the

Admission Office.

NARRATOR:

Brad wondered which friend of his

would die first.

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EXT. NICK PASCALE’S HOUSE - DAY 129

The after-party for Nick’s wedding. A gorgeous sunset.

We SEE Billy Werstler, drinking with his TWO GIRLFRIENDS. *

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INT. NICK PASCALE’S HOUSE - DAY 130

Craig and Diane have a spirited debate in the kitchen.

Nearby, Jason and his Wife corral their Kids, preparing to

leave.

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EXT. NICK PASCALE’S HOUSE - DAY 131

Nick and his Husband share a sweet kiss by the wedding cake.

132 EXT. TUFTS CAMPUS - DAY 132

Brad, looking wistful, still sits on the stairs.

NARRATOR:

Life itself is the pleasure, Brad

thought. The only real pleasure.

Brad looks out...

A GROUP OF MALE TUFTS STUDENTS are congregated under a tree,

teasing each other and laughing.

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NARRATOR:

In an important time in their

lives, Brad and his friends had

shared this pleasure together - and

what a beautiful, profound thing.

Brad smiles at the sight. He continues to watch them.

NARRATOR:

Something felt changed in Brad - he

felt he would never see things the

same again.

Brad looks over...

...the COLLEGE TOUR is returning. Troy is among the group.

He gives Brad a half-wave.

Brad rises and waves back, smiling. Then his CELL PHONE

BUZZES. He takes out his phone.

133 INT. CONFERENCE CENTER - DAY 133

Melanie, on her cell phone, has stepped away from some COWORKERS.

MELANIE:

Brad - hey. I saw you called.

Everything okay?

INTERCUT PHONE CALL

BRAD:

(into phone)

Everything’s great. Yeah. It’s

great. Mel?

MELANIE:

Yeah?

BRAD:

I just... isn’t it crazy? You and

me - we made this kid and now he’s

this brilliant, amazing person

and...

(chokes up)

I wish you were here.

MELANIE:

Awww. So do I. Well, honey, we’re

about to go into the conference.

(MORE)

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MELANIE (cont'd)

I should probably go. I love you.

I’ll call you tonight.

BRAD:

Yeah, great. I love you, too.

Brad hangs up and looks back over at...

...Troy, shaking hands with the TOUR GUIDE.

134 INT. HOTEL ROOM - NIGHT 134

Brad and Troy are getting dressed to go out.

TROY:

I liked Tufts. It’s a good school.

I’d be happy there. You went

there.

(turns to BRAD)

Thanks for bringing me here, Dad.

And, you know, going all out and

everything.

BRAD:

Ah, I didn’t do anything.

TROY:

You made all those calls. And now

you have to go to dinner with a guy

you hate.

BRAD:

I don’t hate him. I like him.

TROY:

You said he was a jerk and you

hated his guts.

BRAD:

Nah, he’s a good guy. He’s an old

friend. I’m looking forward to

seeing him, actually. Old friends

are important.

Brad pats a confused Troy on the back as he passes.

BRAD:

K. I’m heading out. See you after

your concert!

TROY:

Bye! Have fun!

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Brad exits, leaving Troy alone.

135 EXT. AZALIA’S - NIGHT 135

Brad enters the crowded, fancy restaurant.

136 INT. AZALIA’S - CONTINUOUS 136

Brad approaches the HOSTESS.

BRAD:

Hi. I believe I have a

reservation. It’s for two at

seven. The name’s Sloan. *

HOSTESS:

Okay, yeah. You’re the first to

arrive. Would you like to wait at

the bar or go ahead to the table?

BRAD:

I think - just go to the table.

The Hostess leads him toward a small table - right by the

bar. PATRONS mill around. It’s loud.

BRAD:

I’m sorry, but is there another

table? It’s just really loud right

here...

HOSTESS:

We’re fully booked tonight.

BRAD:

Well, what about that table?

Brad points to a bigger, empty table in the corner.

HOSTESS:

I’m sorry but it’s not available.

BRAD:

It looks available.

HOSTESS:

Yeah - it’s not.

Brad nods, giving up. He sits at the little table.

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137 INT. AZALIA’S - MOMENTS LATER 137

Brad is getting jostled by BAR PATRONS. He looks annoyed.

He spots Craig... who enters the restaurant and approachesthe Hostess. She greets him, warmly.

The Hostess leads Craig over to Brad’s table.

CRAIG:

Hey, buddy!

BRAD:

(rising)

Hey, man!

Craig and Brad share a bear hug.

BRAD:

Look at you. You look good!

CRAIG:

Ah, I’m going gray! *

BRAD:

Not as bad as me!

CRAIG:

I know - we failed in life! *

What?

BRAD *

*

CRAIG:

We failed to stay young! Hey, grabyour beer - we’re moving tables!

*

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We are?!

BRAD:

Oh, cool!

MOMENTS LATER:

Brad and Craig have been seated at the quiet table in the

corner. The Hostess hands Brad a menu.

BRAD:

So I guess this table was

available.

HOSTESS:

(perfunctory smile)

Yes. Enjoy your dinner.

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The Hostess locks eyes with Craig, as she hands him a menu.

HOSTESS:

Thank you for coming tonight. We

love having you!

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CRAIG:

Can I get a Jack and Coke?

HOSTESS:

Absolutely! I’ll get that for you!

The Hostess departs.

BRAD:

You must be a regular.

CRAIG:

(shakes his head)

Never been here before. I hear

it’s good though.

BRAD:

Really? She was acting like you

guys were best friends.

Craig shrugs, faux-modestly.

BRAD:

Oh, so she just recognizes you.

(off CRAIG’s look)

Must be nice.

(beat; smiles)

Dude! How long’s it been?!

CRAIG:

Must be over ten years!

BRAD:

Yeah! I’m so glad to see you, man!

(meaningful)

I’m really glad to see you.

CRAIG:

I’m glad to see you, pal. Welcome

to Boston. Where you staying?

BRAD:

We’re at the Oak Tree Execustay.

CRAIG:

(makes a face)

I don’t think I’ve ever heard of

anyone staying there. Is it nice?

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