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Catchy movie name: Sculpting Redemption

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1: movie setting:
-time period: present day
-location: Hanoi, Vietnam
-world setting: modern city life
-relevant details: art scene, medical profession, infidelity, trauma, guilt
2: -author profile:
-authorname: Nguyen Thi Minh
-vocabulary: poetic, descriptive, emotional
-sentence_structure: varied, complex
-sentence_length: medium to long
-tone: introspective, melancholic, witty
-perspective: third person omniscient
-dialogue: witty, sharp, realistic
-description: vivid, sensory, emotional
-pacing: slow, deliberate
-world_building: detailed, immersive
-characterization: complex, flawed, realistic
-themes: guilt, trauma, forgiveness, redemption
-genre: drama, romance, dark comedy
3: – A sculptor in Hanoi struggles with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover with drugs, and must find a way to hide the body from her doctor husband.
– A doctor in Hanoi discovers his wife’s infidelity and helps her hide the body of her lover in one of her sculptures, leading to a dangerous game of secrets and lies.
– A woman in Hanoi must confront her traumatic past and the guilt of her mother’s infidelity when she accidentally kills her lover with drugs and must hide the body from her husband.
4: – Mai Nguyen, 35, female, a talented sculptor who struggles with guilt and infidelity due to her traumatic past of witnessing her mother’s infidelity and accidentally killing her father. She is haunted by her past and seeks redemption through her art, but her affair with a male model leads to a deadly mistake that threatens to destroy her life and marriage. Logline: A sculptor haunted by guilt and infidelity must confront her past and find redemption after accidentally killing her lover and hiding his body in one of her sculptures.
– Dr. Nguyen Hoang, 40, male, a successful doctor who loves his wife but is unaware of her infidelity. He is a kind and caring man who is willing to do anything to protect his family, even if it means helping his wife hide the body of her lover in one of her sculptures. Logline: A doctor must confront his wife’s infidelity and help her hide the body of her lover in one of her sculptures, leading to a dangerous game of secrets and lies.
– Thuy Nguyen, 25, female, Mai’s assistant and confidante who helps her hide the body of her lover. She is a loyal and trustworthy friend who is willing to do anything to help Mai, but her involvement in the crime puts her own life in danger. Logline: A young woman must confront her loyalty to her friend and the danger of her involvement in a deadly crime.
5: – Movie genre: Drama, Dark Comedy
– Sub-genre: Psychological Thriller
– Topic: Infidelity, Guilt, Trauma
– Theme: Redemption, Forgiveness, Betrayal
– Storytelling style: Poetic, Emotional, Witty
– Script structure: Non-linear, Flashbacks, Multiple Perspectives
– Famous script writer: Charlie Kaufman
6:
0: TRAUMA
Once upon a time, there was a talented sculptor named Mai Nguyen who struggled with guilt and infidelity due to her traumatic past of witnessing her mother’s infidelity and accidentally killing her father. When she accidentally kills her lover with drugs, she decides to hide the body in one of her sculptures to avoid getting caught. Unfortunately, her husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang, comes home early and discovers the body, forcing Mai to come clean about her affair and the crime she committed.

1: TRAINING
In order to avoid getting caught, Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang decide to hide the body in one of Mai’s sculptures and pretend that nothing happened. Unfortunately, Mai’s assistant, Thuy Nguyen, discovers the truth and threatens to expose them unless they pay her off. Now, Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang must come up with a plan to keep Thuy quiet or risk losing everything.

2: TRIALS
Where she once wanted to escape her guilt and infidelity, Mai now wants to confront her past and find redemption. But how could that happen when Thuy keeps threatening to expose them? Filled with fear and desperation, Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang try to come up with a solution, but their actions only lead to more problems and complications. Eventually, they hit a low point when Thuy demands more money and threatens to go to the police.

3: TRIUMPH
Fortunately, this helps Mai to realize that the only way to find redemption is to come clean and face the consequences of her actions. All she has to do is turn herself in and confess to the crime. Using her art and the support of her husband, she is able to find the courage to do the right thing. Unfortunately, the final hurdle comes when Thuy tries to stop her from confessing. But this time, Mai uses her wit and clever strategy to outsmart Thuy and turn the tables on her. This results in a change in situation where Mai is able to find forgiveness and redemption for her past mistakes.
7: Expected audience reactions:
– Before the plot: curiosity, intrigue, anticipation
– During the plot: tension, suspense, emotional connection
– After the plot: reflection, contemplation, empathy
Feeling toward the story and each character:
– Mai Nguyen: sympathy, empathy, admiration
– Dr. Nguyen Hoang: sympathy, confusion, guilt
– Thuy Nguyen: suspicion, fear, disgust
8: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life
9: Catchy movie name: Sculpting Redemption
10: Potential subplots:
1. Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s struggle with his own guilt and complicity in the crime, leading to a crisis of conscience and a decision to come clean.
2. Thuy Nguyen’s backstory and motivation for her involvement in the crime, revealing a dark and troubled past that drives her actions.
3. Mai Nguyen’s artistic journey and the creation of her sculpture, revealing the emotional and psychological process of her redemption.
4. The investigation and legal consequences of the crime, leading to a trial and a verdict that tests Mai’s resolve and her relationship with her husband.
5. Mai’s relationship with her mother and the impact of her traumatic past on her present life, leading to a confrontation and a resolution that helps her find closure.

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Chi tiết triển khai các chương

0: I/

Mai Nguyen, a talented sculptor, is working on her latest piece in her studio. She’s haunted by memories of her traumatic past, including witnessing her mother’s infidelity and accidentally killing her father. Mai’s husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang, calls to say he’ll be home late, giving Mai the opportunity to meet her lover, Quan, for a secret rendezvous.

II/

Mai and Quan are in the throes of passion when Quan overdoses on drugs. Panicked, Mai decides to hide the body in one of her sculptures to avoid getting caught. She’s consumed by guilt and fear, knowing that if her husband finds out, her life will be ruined.

III/

Dr. Nguyen Hoang comes home early and discovers the body in Mai’s sculpture. Shocked and horrified, he confronts Mai about her affair and the crime she committed. Mai is forced to come clean about everything, including her traumatic past and the guilt she’s been carrying for years.

IV/

Dr. Nguyen Hoang agrees to help Mai hide the body, knowing that if they’re caught, they’ll both go to jail. They work together to dispose of the evidence, but the guilt and fear continue to consume Mai.

V/

Mai’s guilt and trauma manifest in vivid flashbacks to her childhood, including memories of her father’s death and her mother’s infidelity. She struggles to come to terms with her past and the choices she’s made.

VI/

Dr. Nguyen Hoang becomes increasingly suspicious of Mai’s behavior, and their relationship becomes strained. Mai is consumed by guilt and fear, knowing that her husband could turn her in at any moment.

VII/

Mai’s art becomes increasingly dark and twisted as she tries to process her trauma and guilt. She creates a sculpture that’s a haunting representation of her own inner turmoil.

VIII/

Mai’s lover, Quan, is revealed to have been involved in criminal activity, and Mai realizes that she’s been caught up in something much bigger than she ever imagined.

IX/

Dr. Nguyen Hoang confronts Mai about her involvement with Quan’s criminal activities, and Mai is forced to make a difficult choice between protecting herself and coming clean.

X/

Mai’s guilt and trauma come to a head as she confronts her mother about her infidelity and the role it played in her father’s death. She finally begins to find some measure of peace and forgiveness.

XI/

Dr. Nguyen Hoang and Mai are forced to confront the consequences of their actions as the police close in on them. They must decide whether to turn themselves in or continue to hide the truth.

XII/

Mai’s art becomes a powerful tool for her to process her trauma and guilt, and she creates a sculpture that’s a beautiful representation of her journey towards redemption.

XIII/

Dr. Nguyen Hoang and Mai are arrested and face the consequences of their actions. Mai is finally able to find some measure of peace and closure, knowing that she’s taken responsibility for her mistakes.

XIV/

Mai’s art becomes a symbol of hope and redemption, inspiring others to confront their own trauma and guilt. She becomes a powerful voice for healing and forgiveness.

XV/

In the final scene, Mai stands in front of her latest sculpture, a beautiful representation of her journey towards redemption. She looks out at the world with a sense of hope and possibility, knowing that she’s finally found a way to move forward from her traumatic past.
1: I/

Mai, a sculptor in Hanoi, is working on her latest piece when her lover, Tuan, comes to visit her. They argue about their relationship, and in a fit of anger, Mai gives Tuan a lethal dose of drugs. She panics and calls her husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang, for help.

II/

Dr. Nguyen Hoang arrives and realizes what has happened. He decides to help Mai hide the body in one of her sculptures and pretend that nothing happened. Mai is wracked with guilt and begins to spiral out of control.

III/

Mai’s assistant, Thuy Nguyen, becomes suspicious of Mai’s behavior and starts to investigate. She discovers the truth and threatens to expose Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang unless they pay her off.

IV/

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang come up with a plan to keep Thuy quiet. They decide to sell one of Mai’s sculptures to a wealthy collector and use the money to pay off Thuy. However, things don’t go as planned, and they find themselves in even deeper trouble.

V/

Flashback to Mai’s childhood. She remembers her mother’s infidelity and how it affected her family. Mai begins to see the parallels between her own situation and her mother’s.

VI/

Dr. Nguyen Hoang confronts Mai about her infidelity and they have a heated argument. Mai realizes that she needs to come clean about what happened with Tuan.

VII/

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang go to Thuy’s apartment to pay her off, but they are ambushed by Thuy’s associates. They manage to escape, but Mai is injured in the process.

VIII/

Mai is hospitalized, and Dr. Nguyen Hoang realizes that he still loves her despite everything that has happened. He decides to forgive her and help her get through this difficult time.

IX/

Flashback to Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s childhood. He remembers his own trauma and how it has affected his life. He begins to see Mai’s situation in a new light.

X/

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang come up with a new plan to get the money they need to pay off Thuy. They decide to sell all of Mai’s sculptures to a wealthy collector.

XI/

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang meet with the collector, but things don’t go as planned. The collector is suspicious of their motives and refuses to buy the sculptures.

XII/

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are forced to come up with a new plan. They decide to stage a fake robbery and use the insurance money to pay off Thuy.

XIII/

The plan goes off without a hitch, and Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are able to pay off Thuy. They are relieved but still haunted by what they have done.

XIV/

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang decide to leave Hanoi and start a new life together. They realize that they need to confront their past and move on if they want to have a future together.

XV/

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang leave Hanoi and start a new life together. They are haunted by their past but hopeful for the future. They realize that they have been given a second chance and vow to make the most of it.
2: I/

The movie opens with Mai, a sculptor, working on her latest piece in her studio. She is interrupted by a phone call from her lover, Thuy, who demands to see her. Mai reluctantly agrees and meets Thuy at a hotel. They argue about their relationship, and Thuy threatens to expose their affair to Mai’s husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang. Mai, filled with fear and desperation, accidentally kills Thuy with drugs.

II/

Mai calls her husband, who is a doctor, to help her dispose of Thuy’s body. Dr. Nguyen Hoang is shocked to learn about his wife’s infidelity but agrees to help her. They hide Thuy’s body in one of Mai’s sculptures and bury it in a remote location.

III/

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang try to resume their normal lives, but the guilt and fear of being caught haunt them. They struggle to keep their secret hidden, and their relationship becomes strained.

IV/

Mai’s daughter, Linh, comes to visit her in Hanoi. Linh is a successful lawyer in the US but has a strained relationship with her mother due to her traumatic past. Mai’s infidelity reminds Linh of her mother’s betrayal and her father’s pain.

V/

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang attend an art exhibition where Mai’s sculpture is on display. They meet Thuy’s sister, who is suspicious of Mai’s behavior. Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang try to avoid her, but their actions only raise more suspicion.

VI/

Mai has a nightmare about Thuy’s body being discovered, and she wakes up in a panic. Dr. Nguyen Hoang tries to comfort her, but their relationship becomes more strained.

VII/

Linh confronts her mother about her infidelity and the guilt she feels. Mai tries to explain her actions, but Linh is unforgiving. Mai realizes that she needs to confront her past and find redemption.

VIII/

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang try to come up with a solution to their problem. They consider confessing to the police, but the fear of being caught is too great.

IX/

Thuy’s sister confronts Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang about her suspicions. They deny any involvement in Thuy’s disappearance, but Thuy’s sister is not convinced.

X/

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang hit a low point when Thuy’s sister demands more money and threatens to go to the police. They realize that they need to come up with a plan to protect themselves.

XI/

Mai decides to confront her guilt and trauma by creating a new sculpture that represents her past. She works tirelessly on the piece, hoping to find redemption.

XII/

Dr. Nguyen Hoang meets with Thuy’s sister and offers her a large sum of money to keep quiet. She agrees, and they think they have solved their problem.

XIII/

Mai’s sculpture is a success, and she receives critical acclaim for her work. She feels a sense of relief and redemption, but her relationship with her husband is still strained.

XIV/

Linh visits her mother again and sees the new sculpture. She realizes that her mother has found a way to confront her past and move on. They reconcile, and Mai feels a sense of forgiveness.

XV/

The movie ends with Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sitting in their studio, looking at the sculpture. They realize that their actions have consequences and that they need to live with their guilt. They hold hands, hoping to find a way to move forward.
3: I/

The movie opens with Mai, a sculptor in Hanoi, working on her latest piece. She is struggling with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover with drugs. Mai’s husband, a doctor in Hanoi, discovers her infidelity and helps her hide the body of her lover in one of her sculptures. The scene ends with the couple burying the sculpture in their backyard.

II/

Mai’s guilt and trauma start to take a toll on her as she struggles to keep her secret hidden from her husband. She starts to see her lover’s ghost everywhere she goes, haunting her every move. Mai’s husband, on the other hand, becomes increasingly suspicious of her behavior and starts to investigate.

III/

Mai’s daughter, who has her own traumatic past, comes to visit her. The two women bond over their shared experiences and Mai starts to open up about her guilt and infidelity. However, Mai’s daughter becomes suspicious of her mother’s behavior and starts to investigate on her own.

IV/

Mai’s husband discovers the truth about her infidelity and confronts her. Mai tries to explain herself, but her husband is devastated and leaves her. Mai is left alone with her guilt and the ghost of her lover.

V/

Mai’s daughter confronts her about the sculpture in the backyard and Mai finally confesses to her crime. Her daughter is shocked but decides to help her mother hide the body.

VI/

Mai’s husband, who is still struggling with his own emotions, starts to investigate the disappearance of Mai’s lover. He becomes increasingly suspicious of his wife and her daughter.

VII/

Mai’s daughter starts to feel guilty about helping her mother hide the body and decides to turn herself in. Mai tries to stop her, but her daughter is determined to do the right thing.

VIII/

Mai’s husband discovers the truth about the sculpture and confronts Mai and her daughter. The three of them have a heated argument, and Mai’s daughter finally confesses to the crime.

IX/

Mai’s daughter is arrested, and Mai is left alone to deal with her guilt and the consequences of her actions. She starts to spiral out of control and becomes increasingly isolated.

X/

Mai’s husband, who is still struggling with his own emotions, starts to feel guilty about his role in helping Mai hide the body. He decides to turn himself in and confess to his crime.

XI/

Mai’s husband is arrested, and Mai is left alone to deal with her guilt and the consequences of her actions. She starts to see her lover’s ghost again, but this time, he is there to help her find redemption.

XII/

Mai starts to use her art as a way to cope with her guilt and trauma. She creates a sculpture that represents her journey towards redemption and forgiveness.

XIII/

Mai’s daughter is released from prison, and the three of them come together to face their past mistakes and find a way to move forward.

XIV/

Mai’s husband is released from prison, and the family is reunited. They start to rebuild their lives together, but Mai’s journey towards redemption is far from over.

XV/

The movie ends with Mai standing in front of her latest sculpture, looking at it with a sense of pride and accomplishment. She has finally found the courage to face her past mistakes and move forward towards a brighter future.

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Triển khai kịch bản chi tiết

0: Step 1:

Mai’s Guilt and Infidelity

FADE IN:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai Nguyen, a talented sculptor, is working on her latest piece in her studio. She’s haunted by memories of her traumatic past, including witnessing her mother’s infidelity and accidentally killing her father. Mai’s husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang, calls to say he’ll be home late, giving Mai the opportunity to meet her lover, Quan, for a secret rendezvous.

QUAN
(whispering)
I missed you.

MAI
(whispering)
I missed you too.

They kiss passionately.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – LATER

Mai and Quan are lying on the floor, naked and sweaty. Quan is dead, having overdosed on drugs.

MAI
(panicking)
Oh my god, Quan. What have I done?

She looks around the room and sees her latest sculpture, a hollowed-out bust of Quan.

MAI
(to herself)
I have to hide the body.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – LATER

Mai is putting the finishing touches on the sculpture, with Quan’s body inside. She hears the front door open and quickly covers the sculpture with a sheet.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(calling out)
Mai, I’m home.

Mai panics and tries to act normal.

MAI
(nervously)
Hi, honey. You’re home early.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(suspicious)
Is everything okay?

Mai tries to hide her guilt.

MAI
(smiling)
Of course, everything’s fine.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(noticing the sculpture)
What’s under the sheet?

Mai’s heart races as she tries to come up with a lie.

MAI
(stammering)
It’s just a new sculpture I’m working on.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(pulling off the sheet)
Oh my god, Mai. What have you done?

Mai breaks down in tears and confesses everything.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

– Shot 1: Close-up of Mai sculpting her latest piece
– Shot 2: Medium shot of Mai and Quan kissing passionately
– Shot 3: Close-up of Mai’s panicked face as she realizes Quan is dead
– Shot 4: Medium shot of Mai putting the finishing touches on the sculpture
– Shot 5: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang entering the studio
– Shot 6: Close-up of Mai’s nervous face as she tries to hide her guilt
– Shot 7: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang pulling off the sheet to reveal the sculpture

Step 3: A talented sculptor struggles with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover with drugs. She must hide the body in one of her sculptures to avoid getting caught. Camera shots include close-ups of Mai’s panicked face and medium shots of Dr. Nguyen Hoang discovering the sculpture.
1: Step 1:

Mai’s Guilt and Fear

FADE IN:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – NIGHT

Mai and Quan are in the throes of passion when Quan overdoses on drugs. Panicked, Mai decides to hide the body in one of her sculptures to avoid getting caught. She’s consumed by guilt and fear, knowing that if her husband finds out, her life will be ruined.

MAI
(to herself)
What have I done?

Mai looks at the sculpture, now with Quan’s body inside.

MAI
(to Quan’s body)
I’m sorry, Quan. I didn’t mean for this to happen.

Mai takes a deep breath and starts to work on the sculpture, trying to make it look as natural as possible.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S BEDROOM – LATER

Mai is lying in bed, staring at the ceiling. She can’t sleep, consumed by guilt and fear.

MAI
(to herself)
What if Hoang finds out? What if the police come knocking on my door?

Mai’s thoughts are interrupted by the sound of the front door opening. She jumps out of bed and rushes to the studio.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – CONTINUOUS

Mai’s husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang, is standing in front of the sculpture, looking at it with a puzzled expression.

HOANG
What is this, Mai?

Mai’s heart sinks. She knows she can’t lie to him anymore.

MAI
(sighing)
I had an affair, Hoang. Quan overdosed on drugs and I didn’t know what to do. I hid his body in the sculpture.

Hoang looks at Mai with a mix of shock and disappointment.

HOANG
(sighing)
We have to call the police.

Mai nods, tears streaming down her face.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Close-up of Mai and Quan in the throes of passion
-Shot 2: Medium shot of Mai looking at the sculpture with Quan’s body inside
-Shot 3: Close-up of Mai’s face as she lies in bed, consumed by guilt and fear
-Shot 4: Medium shot of Hoang standing in front of the sculpture, looking at it with a puzzled expression
-Shot 5: Close-up of Mai’s face as she confesses to Hoang
-Shot 6: Medium shot of Hoang and Mai, both looking at the sculpture with a mix of shock and disappointment

Step 3: A talented sculptor in Hanoi hides her lover’s body in one of her sculptures to avoid getting caught, consumed by guilt and fear. Her husband discovers the body, forcing her to come clean about her affair and the crime she committed. Camera shots include close-ups of Mai’s face and medium shots of the sculpture with Quan’s body inside.
2: Step 1:

Dr. Nguyen Discovers the Body in Mai’s Sculpture

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI CITY – DAY

The bustling city of Hanoi is shown with its modern buildings and busy streets.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai Nguyen, a talented sculptor, is seen working on her latest sculpture. She looks up as she hears the front door open.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG, Mai’s husband, enters the studio earlier than expected. He notices a strange smell and looks around the room, eventually discovering a body hidden inside one of Mai’s sculptures.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(shocked and horrified)
What is this? Who is this?

MAI NGUYEN
(tearfully)
I’m sorry, Hoang. I didn’t mean for this to happen.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(angrily)
What have you done? Who is he?

MAI NGUYEN
(explaining)
He was my lover. I didn’t know what to do when he died, so I hid him in my sculpture.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(disgusted)
How could you do this? How long have you been cheating on me?

MAI NGUYEN
(crying)
I’m sorry, Hoang. I’ve been carrying this guilt for years. I didn’t mean to hurt you.

The scene ends with Dr. Nguyen Hoang and Mai Nguyen in a tense and emotional confrontation.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

– Shot 1: Wide shot of Hanoi city, showing the bustling streets and modern buildings.
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai Nguyen working on her sculpture.
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang entering the studio and discovering the body in the sculpture.
– Shot 4: Close-up of Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s shocked and horrified expression.
– Shot 5: Close-up of the body hidden inside the sculpture.
– Shot 6: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang confronting Mai Nguyen about the body.
– Shot 7: Close-up of Mai Nguyen’s tearful expression.
– Shot 8: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang angrily questioning Mai Nguyen about her affair.
– Shot 9: Close-up of Mai Nguyen’s crying face.
– Shot 10: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang and Mai Nguyen in a tense and emotional confrontation.

Step 3: Short Description

In Hanoi, Dr. Nguyen Hoang discovers a body hidden in one of Mai Nguyen’s sculptures, leading to a tense confrontation about her affair and traumatic past. Camera shots include wide city shots, close-ups of the body and characters’ emotions, and medium shots of the confrontation.
3: Step 1:

TRẦM CẢM

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai Nguyen, a talented sculptor, struggles with guilt and infidelity due to her traumatic past. She accidentally kills her lover with drugs and hides the body in one of her sculptures. When her husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang, discovers the body, he agrees to help her hide the evidence. As they work together, Mai’s guilt and fear continue to consume her.

MAI
(whispering)
I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to hurt you.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(whispering)
It’s okay. We’ll get through this together.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang dispose of the evidence and try to move on, but the guilt and trauma of their actions continue to haunt them.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Wide shot of Hanoi Art Gallery
-Shot 2: Close-up of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang whispering to each other
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang disposing of the evidence

Step 3: A talented sculptor struggles with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover with drugs. With her husband’s help, they dispose of the evidence. Whispering and disposing of the evidence in the art gallery.
4: Step 1:

Trauma

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI – DAY

Mai Nguyen, a talented sculptor, struggles with guilt and infidelity due to her traumatic past. She accidentally kills her lover with drugs and hides the body in one of her sculptures. When her husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang, discovers the body, Mai must come clean about her affair and the crime she committed.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai’s guilt and trauma manifest in vivid flashbacks to her childhood, including memories of her father’s death and her mother’s infidelity. She struggles to come to terms with her past and the choices she’s made.

MAI
(to herself)
I can’t keep running from my past.

DR. NGUYEN
(off-screen)
Mai, what have you done?

Mai turns around to see her husband standing in the doorway, looking at the sculpture with horror.

DR. NGUYEN (CONT’D)
What is this?

Mai breaks down in tears and confesses everything to her husband.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

– Shot 1: Wide shot of Hanoi cityscape
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai sculpting in her studio
– Shot 3: Flashback sequence of Mai’s traumatic childhood memories
– Shot 4: Medium shot of Mai hiding the body in her sculpture
– Shot 5: Close-up of Dr. Nguyen discovering the body
– Shot 6: Close-up of Mai’s tearful confession to her husband

Step 3: A talented sculptor struggles with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover with drugs. Flashbacks of her traumatic past haunt her as she hides the body in one of her sculptures. Dr. Nguyen discovers the body, leading to a tearful confession. (Camera shots: Wide shot, Close-up, Flashback sequence, Medium shot, Close-up, Close-up)
5: Step 1:

TRAUMA

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI CITY – DAY

The bustling city is alive with the sounds of traffic and people. We see a woman, MAI NGUYEN (30s), walking down the street, lost in thought.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai is sculpting a piece of art, lost in her work. Suddenly, her phone rings. She answers it and we hear a man’s voice, her lover, on the other end.

LOVER (V.O.)
I miss you, Mai. When can we see each other again?

Mai hesitates for a moment, then agrees to meet him later that night.

INT. MAI’S APARTMENT – NIGHT

Mai and her lover are in bed together, high on drugs. Suddenly, her lover starts convulsing and dies.

Mai panics and decides to hide the body in one of her sculptures.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai is finishing up the sculpture, trying to hide her guilt and fear.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG (40s), Mai’s husband, enters the studio unexpectedly and discovers the body.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
What have you done, Mai?

Mai breaks down and confesses to her affair and the crime she committed.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Establishing shot of Hanoi city
-Shot 2: Close-up of Mai sculpting
-Shot 3: Over-the-shoulder shot of Mai on the phone
-Shot 4: Close-up of Mai’s face as she hesitates
-Shot 5: Medium shot of Mai and her lover in bed
-Shot 6: Close-up of the lover convulsing
-Shot 7: Close-up of Mai’s face as she panics
-Shot 8: Close-up of Mai’s sculpture with the body inside
-Shot 9: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang entering the studio
-Shot 10: Close-up of Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s face as he discovers the body
-Shot 11: Close-up of Mai’s face as she confesses

Step 3: A sculptor hides her lover’s body in a sculpture to avoid getting caught. Her husband discovers the body, forcing her to confess to her affair and the crime she committed. Shots include close-ups of Mai’s guilt-ridden face and the sculpture with the hidden body.
6: Step 1:

Mai’s Dark Sculpture

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai’s latest sculpture is on display, a haunting representation of her inner turmoil. The sculpture is twisted and dark, with sharp edges and jagged lines. Mai stands nearby, watching as people react to her work.

MAI
(to herself)
It’s not enough. It’s never enough.

She turns and walks away, disappearing into the crowd.

FADE OUT.

Step 2:
– Shot 1: Wide shot of the art gallery, showing Mai’s sculpture on display and people walking around it.
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai’s face as she watches people react to her work.
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai walking away from the sculpture and disappearing into the crowd.

Step 3:
Mai’s latest sculpture is on display at an art gallery in Hanoi. The sculpture is dark and twisted, reflecting Mai’s inner turmoil. Mai watches as people react to her work before walking away into the crowd. Shots include a wide shot of the gallery, a close-up of Mai’s face, and a medium shot of her walking away.
7: Step 1:

Mai’s Lover’s Criminal Involvement

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai walks out of the gallery, looking around nervously. She spots Quan across the street and hurries over to him.

MAI
What are you doing here? You said you wouldn’t come to my workplace.

QUAN
I need to talk to you. It’s important.

Mai hesitates, then follows Quan to a nearby alley.

INT. ALLEY – DAY

Quan pulls out a small bag of drugs and hands it to Mai.

QUAN
I need you to hide this for me. It’s evidence, and I can’t risk getting caught with it.

Mai looks at the bag, then back at Quan.

MAI
What kind of evidence?

QUAN
I can’t say. Just trust me, okay?

Mai nods reluctantly and takes the bag.

MAI
Where did you get this?

QUAN
It doesn’t matter. Just keep it safe for me.

Mai nods again, then watches as Quan disappears down the alley.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – NIGHT

Mai is working on a sculpture when she hears a knock at the door. She goes to answer it and finds Quan standing there, looking panicked.

QUAN
I need the bag back. Now.

Mai hesitates, then hands him the bag.

MAI
What’s going on?

QUAN
I can’t explain. Just trust me, okay?

Mai nods, then watches as Quan hurries away.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – LATER

Mai is still working on the sculpture when she hears a noise. She turns around and sees Quan lying on the floor, unconscious.

MAI
Quan? Quan, wake up!

She checks his pulse, then realizes he’s dead. She looks at the bag of drugs, then at her sculpture.

MAI
I have to hide the body.

She starts to move Quan’s body towards the sculpture.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – LATER

Mai is finishing up the sculpture when she hears the front door open. She freezes, then realizes it’s her husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang.

MAI
(whispering to herself)
Oh god, oh god, oh god.

She quickly covers the sculpture with a sheet, then goes to greet her husband.

MAI
(surprised)
You’re home early.

DR. HOANG
I had a cancellation. Is everything okay?

Mai hesitates, then nods.

MAI
Everything’s fine.

DR. HOANG
(suspicious)
What’s under the sheet?

Mai panics, then blurts out the truth.

MAI
It’s Quan. I killed him. I didn’t mean to, it was an accident.

DR. HOANG
(aghast)
What? How?

Mai starts to cry.

MAI
I don’t know. He came over, and then he was dead. I didn’t know what to do.

DR. HOANG
We have to call the police.

Mai shakes her head.

MAI
No, we can’t. They’ll find out about us.

DR. HOANG
(angry)
Us? What are you talking about?

Mai looks away.

MAI
I’ve been having an affair. With Quan.

DR. HOANG
(disgusted)
How could you do this to me?

Mai starts to cry harder.

MAI
I’m sorry. I’m so sorry.

DR. HOANG
We have to do something. We can’t just leave him here.

Mai nods, then takes a deep breath.

MAI
I have an idea.

CUT TO:

EXT. HANOI RIVER – NIGHT

Mai and Dr. Hoang are standing on a bridge, looking down at the water.

DR. HOANG
What are we doing here?

Mai takes a deep breath, then pulls out a hammer.

MAI
We’re going to destroy the sculpture. With Quan inside.

DR. HOANG
(aghast)
What? No, we can’t do that.

Mai looks at him, tears in her eyes.

MAI
Please. I can’t go to jail. I can’t lose you.

Dr. Hoang hesitates, then nods.

DR. HOANG
Okay. Let’s do it.

Mai hands him the hammer, then steps back as he starts to smash the sculpture.

CUT TO:

EXT. HANOI RIVER – LATER

Mai and Dr. Hoang are standing on the bridge, looking down at the water.

DR. HOANG
(quietly)
I can’t believe we did that.

Mai nods, tears still in her eyes.

MAI
I’m sorry. I never meant for any of this to happen.

DR. HOANG
(sighing)
I know. But we have to live with the consequences.

Mai nods again, then takes Dr. Hoang’s hand.

MAI
Thank you. For helping me.

DR. HOANG
(squeezing her hand)
I love you. No matter what.

Mai looks up at him, then leans in for a kiss.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai walking out of the art gallery, looking around nervously.
-Shot 2: Close-up of Mai and Quan in the alley, as he hands her the bag of drugs.
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai working on the sculpture when she hears a noise and turns around to see Quan lying on the floor.
-Shot 4: Close-up of Mai’s face as she realizes Quan is dead.
-Shot 5: Wide shot of Mai moving Quan’s body towards the sculpture.
-Shot 6: Close-up of Mai’s face as she covers the sculpture with a sheet.
-Shot 7: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Hoang in the studio, as he asks her what’s under the sheet.
-Shot 8: Close-up of Mai’s face as she blurts out the truth.
-Shot 9: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Hoang on the bridge, as she pulls out the hammer.
-Shot 10: Close-up of Mai’s face as she begs Dr. Hoang to help her.
-Shot 11: Wide shot of Dr. Hoang smashing the sculpture with the hammer.
-Shot 12: Close-up of Mai and Dr. Hoang holding hands on the bridge.

Step 3: A talented sculptor struggles with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover with drugs. She must hide the body in one of her sculptures to avoid getting caught. With her husband’s help, they destroy the sculpture and dispose of the body.
8: Step 1:

Confrontation

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI CITY – DAY

The bustling city of Hanoi is seen from a distance.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai is seen sculpting a piece of art while her husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang, enters the room.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(angrily)
Mai, I know about your involvement with Quan’s criminal activities. You have to come clean.

Mai looks at him with a mix of fear and guilt.

MAI
(tearfully)
I’m sorry, Hoang. I didn’t mean for any of this to happen.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(firmly)
You have to make a choice, Mai. Protect yourself or come clean.

Mai takes a deep breath and looks at her husband with determination.

MAI
(resolutely)
I’ll come clean.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(nodding)
Good. We’ll face this together.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang embrace each other.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
-Shot 1: Wide shot of Hanoi city
-Shot 2: Close-up of Mai sculpting
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang in the studio

Step 3: A sculptor confronts her husband about her involvement with criminal activities. Camera shots include a wide shot of Hanoi city, a close-up of Mai sculpting, and a medium shot of Mai and her husband in the studio.
9: Step 1:

Mai Confronts Her Mother

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai walks out of the gallery, her face contorted with emotion. She takes a deep breath and starts walking towards her mother’s house.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S MOTHER’S HOUSE – DAY

Mai’s mother, HUONG, is sitting on the couch, sipping tea. Mai enters the room and stands in front of her mother.

MAI
Why did you do it, Mom? Why did you cheat on Dad?

HUONG
(surprised)
What are you talking about, Mai?

MAI
(angrily)
Don’t play dumb, Mom. You know what I’m talking about. You cheated on Dad and it destroyed our family.

HUONG
(sadly)
I’m sorry, Mai. I was young and foolish. I didn’t know what I was doing.

MAI
(bitterly)
Well, your actions had consequences. Dad died because of your infidelity. And now, I’ve killed someone because of my own infidelity.

HUONG
(shocked)
What do you mean, Mai? What have you done?

Mai breaks down and tells her mother everything. Huong listens, tears streaming down her face.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai is sculpting, lost in thought. She looks up and sees her mother standing in the doorway.

HUONG
(apologetically)
I’m sorry, Mai. I never meant to hurt you or your father. I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me.

Mai looks at her mother for a long moment, then nods.

MAI
(resigned)
I forgive you, Mom. But I can never forget what you did.

Huong nods, then turns and leaves the room.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai walking out of the art gallery
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai’s face as she confronts her mother
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai sculpting as her mother enters the room

Step 3: Mai confronts her mother about her infidelity and the role it played in her father’s death. As they talk, Mai breaks down and confesses to killing her lover. The camera captures the emotional intensity of the scene with a wide shot of Mai walking towards her mother’s house, a close-up of Mai’s face as she confronts her mother, and a medium shot of Mai sculpting as her mother enters the room.
10: Step 1:

Confronting the Consequences

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI CITY – DAY

The bustling city is alive with the sounds of traffic and people. We see a glimpse of Mai Nguyen’s sculpture studio in the distance.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI NGUYEN’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are sitting across from each other, their faces tense with worry. The room is filled with sculptures, some finished, some in progress.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We have to turn ourselves in. It’s the only way.

MAI NGUYEN
(voice trembling)
I can’t go to jail. I can’t lose everything.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(angrily)
You should have thought about that before you killed him!

Mai breaks down in tears, and Dr. Nguyen Hoang tries to comfort her.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI NGUYEN’S STUDIO – NIGHT

Mai is alone, staring at one of her sculptures. She reaches out and touches it, feeling the cold stone under her fingers.

MAI NGUYEN
(voiceover)
I never thought it would come to this. I never thought I could be capable of something like this.

CUT TO:

INT. DR. NGUYEN HOANG’S OFFICE – DAY

Dr. Nguyen Hoang is on the phone, his face grim.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(into phone)
Yes, I need to report a crime. My wife…she killed someone.

CUT TO:

EXT. POLICE STATION – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are standing outside the police station, holding hands. They exchange a look of resignation before walking inside.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
-Shot 1: Establishing shot of Hanoi city
-Shot 2: Close-up of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang in the studio
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai alone in the studio at night
-Shot 4: Close-up of Dr. Nguyen Hoang on the phone
-Shot 5: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang outside the police station

Step 3: A couple confronts the consequences of their actions as they decide whether to turn themselves in or continue to hide the truth. Shot 1: Wide shot of Hanoi city. Shot 2: Close-up of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang in the studio. Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai alone in the studio at night.
11: Step 1:

Mai’s Sculpture of Redemption

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai’s sculpture, a beautiful representation of her journey towards redemption, is on display at the art gallery. Mai stands next to it, watching as people admire her work.

MAI
(to herself)
I never thought I could create something so beautiful out of my pain.

A man approaches Mai, admiring the sculpture.

MAN
This is incredible. What inspired you to create it?

MAI
(sadly)
My own guilt and trauma.

The man nods, understandingly.

MAN
Well, you’ve turned your pain into something truly beautiful.

Mai smiles, grateful for the man’s kind words.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List:
– Shot 1: Wide shot of the art gallery exterior
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai standing next to her sculpture
– Shot 3: Medium shot of the man approaching Mai and admiring her sculpture

Step 3: Mai’s sculpture of redemption is on display at the art gallery. Mai stands next to it, watching as people admire her work. A man approaches and asks what inspired her to create it. Mai explains her own guilt and trauma. The man admires her work, and Mai smiles. (Wide shot, close-up, medium shot)
12: Step 1:

Confronting the Consequences

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI CITY – DAY

The bustling city of Hanoi is seen from a distance. The camera zooms in on a high-rise building where Mai Nguyen’s art studio is located.

INT. MAI’S ART STUDIO – DAY

Mai Nguyen, a talented sculptor, is seen frantically trying to hide the body of her lover in one of her sculptures. She is interrupted by the sudden arrival of her husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
What’s going on here, Mai?

MAI NGUYEN
(sobbing)
I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to hurt anyone.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(angrily)
What have you done?

Mai confesses to her affair and the crime she committed. The police arrive and arrest both Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang.

INT. POLICE STATION – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are seen being interrogated separately by the police.

MAI NGUYEN
(tearfully)
I’m sorry for what I’ve done. I just couldn’t bear the guilt anymore.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(defeated)
I should have seen the signs. I should have known.

Mai is finally able to find some measure of peace and closure, knowing that she’s taken responsibility for her mistakes.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Establishing shot of Hanoi city from a distance
-Shot 2: Close-up of Mai Nguyen trying to hide the body in her sculpture
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang confronting Mai in the art studio

Step 3: A talented sculptor struggles with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover with drugs. She must hide the body in one of her sculptures to avoid getting caught. The camera captures the tense moments as her husband discovers the truth and they both face the consequences.
13: Step 1:

Mai’s Art: A Symbol of Hope and Redemption

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai’s sculptures are on display, each one telling a story of trauma and redemption. People gather around, admiring the intricate details and emotional depth of her work.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai is sculpting, lost in thought. Her husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang, enters the room.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
You’ve really outdone yourself this time, Mai. Your art is inspiring.

MAI NGUYEN
(smiling)
Thank you, my love. It’s been a long journey to get here.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(skeptical)
And yet, you still won’t tell me where you got the inspiration for that one piece.

Mai’s smile fades as she remembers the body hidden inside the sculpture.

CUT TO:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – NIGHT

Mai’s sculptures are now illuminated, casting a haunting glow over the crowd. Mai stands in front of her work, addressing the audience.

MAI NGUYEN
My art is not just about beauty, but about confronting our deepest fears and traumas. It’s about finding the courage to face our mistakes and seek redemption.

The crowd applauds, moved by Mai’s words and the power of her art.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

– Shot 1: Wide shot of Hanoi art gallery, showcasing Mai’s sculptures on display.
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai sculpting in her studio, with Dr. Nguyen Hoang entering the room.
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai addressing the audience at the art gallery, with her sculptures illuminated in the background.

Step 3: Short Description

Mai’s sculptures become a symbol of hope and redemption, inspiring others to confront their trauma. In her studio, Mai is confronted by her husband about the inspiration for one of her pieces. At the art gallery, Mai addresses the audience, showcasing her work and its emotional depth. (Camera shots: Wide, Close-up, Medium)
14: Step 1:

Mai’s Redemption

FADE IN:

EXT. ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai stands in front of her latest sculpture, a beautiful representation of her journey towards redemption. She looks out at the world with a sense of hope and possibility, knowing that she’s finally found a way to move forward from her traumatic past.

MAI
(to herself)
I did it. I finally did it.

She takes a deep breath and smiles, feeling a weight lifted off her shoulders.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai puts the finishing touches on her sculpture, carefully smoothing out the curves and lines. She steps back to admire her work, a sense of pride and accomplishment filling her.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S HOME – NIGHT

Mai sits at the kitchen table, staring at a photo of her and her husband. She takes a sip of wine and sighs, knowing that she has to come clean about her affair and the crime she committed.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai stands in front of her sculpture, tears streaming down her face as she confesses everything to her husband.

MAI
(sobbing)
I’m sorry. I’m so sorry.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(quietly)
We’ll figure this out together.

Mai looks up at him, grateful for his understanding and support.

CUT TO:

EXT. ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai stands in front of her sculpture, a symbol of her journey towards redemption and forgiveness.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai standing in front of her sculpture at the art gallery
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai’s hands putting the finishing touches on her sculpture in her studio
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang in her studio as she confesses to him

Step 3: Mai, a sculptor in Hanoi, stands in front of her latest sculpture, a symbol of her journey towards redemption. She confesses to her husband about her affair and the crime she committed. Camera shots include a wide shot of the art gallery, a close-up of Mai’s hands in her studio, and a medium shot of Mai and her husband.
15: Step 1:

Mai’s Sculpture

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART STUDIO – DAY

Mai sculpts her latest piece while Tuan, her lover, visits her. They argue about their relationship, and in a fit of anger, Mai gives Tuan a lethal dose of drugs. She panics and calls her husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang, for help.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang arrive and discover that Tuan is dead. In order to avoid getting caught, they decide to hide the body in one of Mai’s sculptures and pretend that nothing happened. Unfortunately, Mai’s assistant, Thuy Nguyen, discovers the truth and threatens to expose them unless they pay her off. Now, Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang must come up with a plan to keep Thuy quiet or risk losing everything.

EXT. HANOI ART STUDIO – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang leave the studio, haunted by their guilt and the fear of being caught.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai sculpting her latest piece
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai and Tuan arguing
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai giving Tuan a lethal dose of drugs
– Shot 4: Close-up of Mai panicking and calling Dr. Nguyen Hoang
– Shot 5: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang arriving at the studio
– Shot 6: Close-up of Tuan’s lifeless body
– Shot 7: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang discussing what to do with the body
– Shot 8: Close-up of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang hiding the body in the sculpture
– Shot 9: Medium shot of Thuy Nguyen discovering the truth
– Shot 10: Close-up of Thuy Nguyen threatening to expose them
– Shot 11: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang discussing how to keep Thuy quiet
– Shot 12: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang leaving the studio, haunted by their guilt and fear

Step 3: A sculptor accidentally kills her lover and hides the body in one of her sculptures with the help of her doctor husband. But when her assistant discovers the truth, they must come up with a plan to keep her quiet. Camera shots include close-ups of the characters’ actions and emotions, and a wide shot of the studio as they leave, haunted by their guilt.
16: Step 1:

Hiding the Body

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART STUDIO – DAY

Mai, a sculptor, is in her studio with her lover, Tuan. They are arguing.

TUAN
(angrily)
I can’t keep doing this, Mai. Your husband is a doctor. He’ll find out.

MAI
(tearfully)
I know, I know. I just can’t help it.

Suddenly, Tuan collapses. Mai realizes he’s dead.

MAI
(panicked)
What have I done?

Dr. Nguyen Hoang, Mai’s husband, arrives and realizes what has happened. He decides to help Mai hide the body in one of her sculptures and pretend that nothing happened. Mai is wracked with guilt and begins to spiral out of control.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(calmly)
We’ll figure this out. We’ll hide the body and no one will ever know.

Mai nods, still in shock.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – LATER

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are trying to fit Tuan’s body into one of Mai’s sculptures. It’s a tight fit.

MAI
(struggling)
This isn’t going to work. It’s too small.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(urgently)
We have to make it work. We can’t risk getting caught.

Mai nods, tears streaming down her face.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – LATER

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang have managed to fit Tuan’s body into the sculpture. They step back to admire their work.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(satisfied)
Perfect. No one will ever suspect a thing.

Mai looks at the sculpture, her guilt overwhelming her.

MAI
(whispering)
What have I done?

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Tuan arguing in the art studio
– Shot 2: Close-up of Tuan collapsing and Mai realizing he’s dead
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang trying to fit Tuan’s body into the sculpture

Step 3: Short Description

In Hanoi, sculptor Mai accidentally kills her lover and with the help of her doctor husband, hides the body in one of her sculptures. Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Tuan arguing. Shot 2: Close-up of Tuan collapsing. Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang trying to fit Tuan’s body into the sculpture.
17: Step 1:

Threats and Secrets

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai, a sculptor, and Dr. Nguyen Hoang, her husband, carry a body wrapped in a blanket into the gallery. They place it inside one of Mai’s sculptures and cover it with clay.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang clean up the studio. Thuy Nguyen, Mai’s assistant, arrives and becomes suspicious of their behavior.

THUY NGUYEN
What’s going on here?

MAI
(nervously)
Nothing, just cleaning up.

THUY NGUYEN
(skeptical)
It doesn’t look like nothing. What’s under that clay?

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exchange a worried look.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(angrily)
Mind your own business, Thuy.

THUY NGUYEN
(smiling)
I will, for a price.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang realize they are in trouble.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang carrying the body into the gallery
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang covering the body with clay
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Thuy Nguyen arriving and becoming suspicious

Step 3: Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang hide a body in one of Mai’s sculptures, but their assistant Thuy discovers the truth and threatens to expose them. Suspenseful close-ups of the body being covered with clay and Thuy’s skeptical expression.
18: Step 1:

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s Plan

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang stand outside the gallery, deep in conversation.

MAI
We need to sell one of my sculptures to pay off Thuy.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
Agreed. But we need to be careful.

INT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang meet with a wealthy collector, MR. LAM.

MR. LAM
I’m interested in your work, Mai. How much for this piece?

MAI
(lying)
$50,000.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(to Mai)
That’s too much.

MAI
(to Mr. Lam)
Actually, $30,000.

MR. LAM
I’ll take it.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exchange a relieved look.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang count the money from the sale.

MAI
(to Dr. Nguyen Hoang)
We can pay off Thuy now.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(nodding)
But what if she tells someone?

MAI
(smiling)
Don’t worry. I have a plan.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang standing outside the art gallery, with the busy streets of Hanoi in the background.
Shot 2: Close-up shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang meeting with Mr. Lam inside the gallery.
Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang counting the money in Mai’s studio.

Step 3: Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sell a sculpture to pay off Thuy, with a wide shot of Hanoi’s busy streets, a close-up of the meeting with Mr. Lam, and a medium shot of them counting the money in Mai’s studio.
19: Step 1:

Flashback to Mai’s Childhood

FADE IN:

EXT. MAI’S CHILDHOOD HOME – DAY

A young Mai sits on the front porch, watching her mother pack her bags. Her father stands behind her, tears streaming down his face.

MAI’S FATHER
Please don’t go, Mai. Please.

Mai’s mother turns to face them, her eyes cold and distant.

MAI’S MOTHER
I have to go, Thanh. I can’t stay here anymore.

Mai watches as her mother gets into a taxi and drives away, leaving her family behind.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai, now an adult, stands in front of one of her sculptures. She looks at it for a long moment before turning to face Dr. Nguyen Hoang.

MAI
We have to hide the body.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
What? No, we can’t do that.

MAI
We have no choice. If we get caught, we’ll both go to jail.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(sighing)
Fine. But where are we going to put it?

Mai looks at her sculpture, a glint in her eye.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – LATER

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang struggle to lift the body into the sculpture. They finally manage to get it inside and Mai begins to sculpt around it.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang stand in front of the sculpture, admiring their handiwork.

THUY NGUYEN (O.S.)
What the hell is that?

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang turn to see Thuy Nguyen standing in the doorway, a look of horror on her face.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Close-up of young Mai’s face as she watches her mother leave
– Shot 2: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang struggling to lift the body into the sculpture
– Shot 3: Wide shot of Thuy Nguyen standing in the doorway, looking at the sculpture

Step 3: A guilt-ridden sculptor and her doctor husband hide a body in one of her sculptures. Flashback to Mai’s childhood. Close-up of young Mai’s face, medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang struggling to lift the body, wide shot of Thuy Nguyen looking at the sculpture.
20: Step 1:

Confrontation and Confession

FADE IN:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai is working on a sculpture when Dr. Nguyen Hoang enters the room. He looks at her with a mix of anger and sadness.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(angrily)
How could you do this to me, Mai?

MAI
(defensive)
What are you talking about?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(sarcastically)
Oh, I don’t know, maybe the fact that you’ve been sleeping with Tuan for the past six months?

Mai looks down, ashamed.

MAI
(whispering)
I’m sorry.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(frustrated)
Sorry doesn’t cut it, Mai. You’ve put our marriage in jeopardy, not to mention your career.

Mai starts to cry.

MAI
(sobbing)
I know, I know. I just couldn’t help myself. Tuan made me feel alive again.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(sympathetically)
I understand, Mai. But we need to deal with the consequences of your actions. What happened to Tuan?

Mai hesitates for a moment before confessing.

MAI
(whispering)
I killed him. I gave him too much of the drug and he overdosed.

Dr. Nguyen Hoang looks at her in shock.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(whispering)
What have you done, Mai?

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Close-up of Mai working on a sculpture
-Shot 2: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang entering the room
-Shot 3: Close-up of Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s face, showing anger and sadness
-Shot 4: Close-up of Mai’s face, showing defensiveness
-Shot 5: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang and Mai, facing each other
-Shot 6: Close-up of Mai looking down, ashamed
-Shot 7: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang, looking frustrated
-Shot 8: Close-up of Mai crying
-Shot 9: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang, looking sympathetic
-Shot 10: Close-up of Mai hesitating before confessing
-Shot 11: Close-up of Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s face, showing shock

Step 3: A sculptor confesses to her doctor husband about her infidelity and accidentally killing her lover. Camera shots include close-ups of their faces and medium shots of them facing each other.
21: Step 1:

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s Plan Goes Awry

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI CITY STREET – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walk down the street, looking over their shoulders. They approach Thuy’s apartment building.

INT. THUY’S APARTMENT – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang enter Thuy’s apartment. Thuy and her associates are waiting for them.

THUY
(angrily)
Where’s my money?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We have it. Just let us go.

Thuy’s associates grab Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang. A struggle ensues.

INT. THUY’S APARTMENT BUILDING – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang manage to escape, but Mai is injured in the process.

EXT. HANOI CITY STREET – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang run down the street, looking for a place to hide.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang hide in Mai’s studio. Mai’s sculptures are everywhere.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(to Mai)
We have to hide the body.

MAI
(panicked)
Where?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(pointing to a sculpture)
In there.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang hide the body in one of Mai’s sculptures.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – NIGHT

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sit in silence, staring at the sculpture.

MAI
(tearfully)
What have we done?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(trying to comfort her)
It’s going to be okay.

FADE OUT.

Step 2:
Camera Shot List:
– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walking down the street
– Shot 2: Close-up of Thuy and her associates waiting for Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang struggling with Thuy’s associates

Step 3:
Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang run from Thuy’s associates and hide in Mai’s studio. They hide the body in one of Mai’s sculptures. Camera shots include a wide shot of the street, a close-up of Thuy and her associates, and a medium shot of the struggle.
22: Step 1:

Forgiveness in the Hospital

FADE IN:

INT. HOSPITAL ROOM – DAY

Mai lies in a hospital bed, her face bruised and bandaged. Dr. Nguyen Hoang sits by her side, holding her hand.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
I’m sorry, Mai. I should have been there for you.

MAI
(weakly)
It’s not your fault.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
I still love you, Mai. Despite everything that’s happened.

Mai looks up at him, tears in her eyes.

MAI
Do you forgive me?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
I do.

Mai smiles weakly, and they embrace.

CUT TO:

EXT. HOSPITAL – DAY

The sun sets over the city as Dr. Nguyen Hoang and Mai exit the hospital, hand in hand.

CUT TO:

INT. TAXI – NIGHT

Dr. Nguyen Hoang and Mai sit in the back of a taxi, looking out the window at the city passing by.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
Where do you want to go?

MAI
(smiling)
Home.

The taxi drives off into the night.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Close-up of Mai’s bruised face in the hospital bed
– Shot 2: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang holding Mai’s hand
– Shot 3: Close-up of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang embracing

Step 3: Forgiveness and love bloom in the hospital as Dr. Nguyen Hoang forgives Mai for her infidelity. Close-up of Mai’s bruised face, medium shot of their hands holding, and a close-up of their embrace.
23: Step 1:

Flashback to Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s Childhood

FADE IN:

EXT. A SMALL VILLAGE IN VIETNAM – DAY

A young DR. NGUYEN HOANG, around 8 years old, is playing with his friends in the village. Suddenly, a group of soldiers arrive and start shooting at the villagers. Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s mother is hit and killed in front of him. He watches in horror as his father tries to fight back but is also killed.

CUT TO:

INT. DR. NGUYEN HOANG’S HOUSE – NIGHT

Dr. Nguyen Hoang is lying in bed, staring at the ceiling. His wife, MAI, enters the room and sits next to him.

MAI
What’s wrong, honey?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
I was just thinking about my parents. It’s been so long, but it still feels like yesterday.

MAI
I know, it’s hard. But we have each other now.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
I just can’t shake this feeling of guilt. Like I could have done something to save them.

MAI
You were just a child, there was nothing you could have done.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
I know, but it doesn’t make it any easier.

MAI takes his hand and they lie in silence for a moment.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG (CONT’D)
I just hope Thuy doesn’t cause any trouble.

MAI
Don’t worry, we’ll figure something out.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

– Shot 1: Wide shot of the village, showing Dr. Nguyen Hoang playing with his friends
– Shot 2: Close-up of Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s mother being shot
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s father fighting back

Step 3: A young Dr. Nguyen Hoang witnesses the death of his parents during a village attack. In present day, he confides in his wife Mai about his guilt. They worry about their assistant Thuy exposing their secret. Camera shots include a wide shot of the village, a close-up of the mother being shot, and a medium shot of the father fighting back.
24: Step 1:

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s Plan

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang stand outside the gallery, looking at the sculptures on display.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(to Mai)
We can sell all of your sculptures to that collector. It will give us the money we need to pay off Thuy.

MAI
(nodding)
Okay, let’s do it.

INT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang meet with the wealthy collector, who examines the sculptures.

COLLECTOR
(to Mai)
These are beautiful. I’ll take them all.

MAI
(smiling)
Thank you.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(to the collector)
We’ll have them delivered to you tomorrow.

COLLECTOR
(nodding)
Excellent.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang leave the gallery, relieved that they have found a way to pay off Thuy.

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walk down the street, holding hands.

MAI
(to Dr. Nguyen Hoang)
Thank you for helping me.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(smiling)
I’ll always be here for you.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang standing outside the art gallery
– Shot 2: Close-up of the sculptures as the collector examines them
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walking down the street, holding hands

Step 3: Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sell all of her sculptures to a wealthy collector to pay off Thuy. Camera shots include a wide shot of the art gallery, a close-up of the sculptures, and a medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walking down the street.
25: Step 1:

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s Plan Goes Awry

FADE IN:

EXT. ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang meet with the collector, MR. LEE, in his office. Mai’s sculptures are displayed on the walls.

MR. LEE
I’m sorry, but I can’t buy your sculptures. I have a feeling that something is not right.

MAI
What do you mean?

MR. LEE
I don’t know. It’s just a feeling. I’m sorry.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
Is there anything we can do to change your mind?

MR. LEE
No, I’m afraid not.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang leave the office, disappointed.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are discussing their next move.

MAI
What are we going to do now?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We’ll have to find another buyer.

MAI
But we don’t have time. Thuy knows about the body. She’s going to tell the police.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We’ll have to pay her off.

MAI
How much?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
I don’t know. Whatever she wants.

Mai looks worried.

CUT TO:

INT. THUY’S APARTMENT – DAY

Thuy is counting the money that Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang gave her.

THUY
This is not enough.

MAI (V.O.)
How much do you want?

THUY
Ten thousand dollars.

MAI (V.O.)
That’s too much.

THUY
Then I’ll go to the police.

MAI (V.O.)
Okay, we’ll give you the money.

Thuy smiles.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are counting the money.

MAI
This is all we have.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
It’s not enough.

MAI
What are we going to do?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We’ll have to sell the house.

Mai looks shocked.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai is sculpting a new piece. She looks sad.

MAI (V.O.)
I never thought it would end like this. I never thought I could do something like that.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG (V.O.)
It’s not your fault. We’ll get through this.

Mai looks at him, tears in her eyes.

MAI
I love you.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
I love you too.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang entering Mr. Lee’s office
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mr. Lee’s face as he refuses to buy the sculptures
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang leaving Mr. Lee’s office
– Shot 4: Close-up of Mai’s worried face as she talks to Dr. Nguyen Hoang in her studio
– Shot 5: Close-up of Thuy’s face as she counts the money
– Shot 6: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang counting the money in their studio
– Shot 7: Close-up of Mai’s face as she sculpts a new piece
– Shot 8: Close-up of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s faces as they express their love for each other

Step 3: Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s plan to hide a body in one of Mai’s sculptures goes awry when the collector refuses to buy the sculptures. They must pay off Mai’s assistant, Thuy, who threatens to expose them. The camera captures the characters’ worried and emotional expressions as they struggle to keep their secret.
26: Step 1:

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s Plan

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exit the gallery, looking worried.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We need a new plan.

MAI
I know. We can’t let Thuy ruin us.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
What if we stage a robbery?

MAI
(smiling)
That’s brilliant. We can use the insurance money to pay off Thuy.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(nodding)
We’ll make it look real. No one will suspect a thing.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walk away, deep in thought.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exiting the art gallery
-Shot 2: Close-up of their worried faces
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang discussing their new plan

Step 3: Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang plan a fake robbery to pay off Thuy. Wide shot of art gallery, close-up of worried faces, medium shot of discussion.
27: Step 1:

Hiding the Body

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai, a sculptor, and Dr. Nguyen Hoang, her husband, carry a body wrapped in a blanket into the gallery. They place the body inside one of Mai’s sculptures and cover it with clay.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang clean up the studio and try to act normal. Thuy Nguyen, Mai’s assistant, arrives and notices the sculpture. She becomes suspicious and confronts Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang.

THUY NGUYEN
What’s inside the sculpture?

MAI
(surprised)
What sculpture?

THUY NGUYEN
(angry)
Don’t play dumb with me. I know there’s something inside.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exchange a worried look.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – NIGHT

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang meet with Thuy Nguyen and give her a large sum of money to keep quiet. Thuy Nguyen takes the money and leaves.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – LATER

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sit in silence, haunted by what they have done.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang carrying the body into the gallery
-Shot 2: Close-up of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang covering the body with clay
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Thuy Nguyen confronting Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang

Step 3: A sculptor and her doctor husband hide a body in one of her sculptures to avoid getting caught. They pay off her assistant, but the guilt still haunts them. Camera shots include a wide shot of the body being carried in, a close-up of the body being covered, and a medium shot of the confrontation.
28: Step 1:

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s Plan

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exit the gallery, looking around nervously.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We need to get out of here. Fast.

MAI
I know. But what about the body?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We’ll hide it in one of your sculptures. No one will ever know.

Mai nods, and they hurry off.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang carefully place the body inside one of Mai’s sculptures.

MAI
What if someone finds out?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
No one will. We’ll pretend like nothing happened.

Suddenly, Thuy Nguyen, Mai’s assistant, bursts into the studio.

THUY NGUYEN
What the hell is going on here?

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang freeze, realizing they’ve been caught.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – LATER

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sit across from Thuy, who looks smug.

THUY NGUYEN
I want 10,000 dollars, or I’m going to the police.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exchange a worried glance.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – LATER

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang count out stacks of cash, handing them over to Thuy.

THUY NGUYEN
Pleasure doing business with you.

Thuy exits, leaving Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang alone.

MAI
What are we going to do now?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We need to leave Hanoi. Start a new life together.

Mai nods, and they embrace.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exiting the art gallery
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang placing the body inside the sculpture
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang counting out stacks of cash for Thuy

Step 3: A sculptor and her doctor husband hide a body in one of her sculptures to avoid getting caught. Their assistant discovers the truth and demands money. They pay her off and decide to leave Hanoi. Camera shots include a wide shot, close-up, and medium shot.
29: Step 1:

Second Chance

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI, VIETNAM – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walk hand in hand through the bustling streets of Hanoi. They stop in front of a gallery where Mai’s sculptures are on display.

INT. GALLERY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang admire the sculptures. Mai’s assistant, Thuy Nguyen, enters the gallery and greets them.

THUY NGUYEN
(to Mai)
I know what you did.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exchange a worried look.

THUY NGUYEN (CONT’D)
I won’t tell anyone, but I need money.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang reluctantly agree to pay Thuy off.

EXT. HANOI, VIETNAM – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walk away from the gallery, deep in thought.

MAI
(to Dr. Nguyen Hoang)
We can’t keep paying her forever.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We’ll figure something out.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang continue walking, determined to make the most of their second chance.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walking through the streets of Hanoi
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang admiring the sculptures in the gallery
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Thuy Nguyen confronting Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang in the gallery

Step 3: Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walk through Hanoi, admiring Mai’s sculptures in a gallery. Mai’s assistant, Thuy Nguyen, confronts them and demands money in exchange for her silence. Camera shots include a wide shot of the city, a close-up of the sculptures, and a medium shot of Thuy confronting Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang.
30: Step 1:

TRIALS: Mai’s Desperation

FADE IN:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai sculpts her latest piece when her phone rings. She answers, and it’s Thuy, her lover. He demands to see her, and she reluctantly agrees.

INT. HOTEL ROOM – DAY

Mai meets Thuy, and they argue about their relationship. Thuy threatens to expose their affair to Mai’s husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang. Mai, filled with fear and desperation, accidentally kills Thuy with drugs.

EXT. CITY STREET – NIGHT

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang drive around, trying to find a place to dispose of Thuy’s body. They hit a low point when Thuy demands more money and threatens to go to the police.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Close-up of Mai sculpting in her studio
-Shot 2: Medium shot of Mai answering her phone
-Shot 3: Close-up of Mai’s face as she talks to Thuy on the phone
-Shot 4: Medium shot of Mai and Thuy arguing in the hotel room
-Shot 5: Close-up of Mai’s hand accidentally dropping the drugs
-Shot 6: Close-up of Thuy’s face as he dies
-Shot 7: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang driving around in the car
-Shot 8: Close-up of Thuy’s hand demanding money
-Shot 9: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang arguing in the car

Step 3: Short Description

Mai, a sculptor, meets her lover Thuy at a hotel, where they argue about their affair. Filled with fear, Mai accidentally kills Thuy with drugs. She and her husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang, drive around the city, trying to dispose of the body.
31: Step 1:

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang dispose of Thuy’s body

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exit the gallery, looking around nervously.

MAI
(to Dr. Nguyen Hoang)
I need your help.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
What’s wrong?

MAI
I killed Thuy. I didn’t mean to, but she threatened to expose us.

Dr. Nguyen Hoang is shocked.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
What are we going to do?

MAI
We have to get rid of the body. Can you help me?

Dr. Nguyen Hoang hesitates for a moment, then nods.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
Okay. Let’s do it.

Mai leads Dr. Nguyen Hoang to her studio, where they hide Thuy’s body in one of her sculptures.

CUT TO:

EXT. REMOTE LOCATION – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang dig a hole and bury the sculpture.

MAI
(to Dr. Nguyen Hoang)
We can’t tell anyone about this.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
I know.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walk away, looking back at the grave.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exiting the art gallery
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai confessing to Dr. Nguyen Hoang about killing Thuy
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang burying the sculpture in a remote location

Step 3: Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang, filled with fear and desperation, dispose of Thuy’s body by hiding it in one of Mai’s sculptures and burying it in a remote location. Camera shots include a wide shot of the art gallery, a close-up of Mai confessing to Dr. Nguyen Hoang, and a medium shot of them burying the sculpture.
32: Step 1:

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang Struggle to Keep Their Secret Hidden

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exit the gallery, their faces tense with worry.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We need to talk about Thuy.

MAI
(voice trembling)
What about her?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
She’s demanding more money. And if we don’t give it to her, she’s going to the police.

Mai’s eyes widen in fear.

MAI
What are we going to do?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We have to come up with a plan. Fast.

Mai nods, her mind racing with possibilities.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI AND DR. NGUYEN HOANG’S APARTMENT – NIGHT

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sit at the kitchen table, surrounded by empty coffee cups and crumpled pieces of paper.

MAI
(desperate)
There has to be a way out of this.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(resigned)
I don’t know, Mai. I just don’t know.

Mai buries her face in her hands, tears streaming down her face.

MAI
(voice breaking)
I’m so sorry. I never meant for any of this to happen.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(softly)
I know. And I forgive you. But we have to face the consequences of our actions.

Mai looks up at him, gratitude and love shining in her eyes.

MAI
Thank you.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We’ll get through this. Together.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exiting the art gallery, with a focus on their worried expressions.
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai’s face as she reacts to Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s news about Thuy.
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang at the kitchen table, surrounded by empty coffee cups and crumpled pieces of paper, as they discuss their situation.

Step 3: Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang struggle to keep their secret hidden as they discuss their options at the kitchen table. Camera shots include a wide shot of the art gallery, a close-up of Mai’s worried face, and a medium shot of the couple at the kitchen table.
33: Step 1:

Mai’s Daughter Visits

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are walking out of the gallery, discussing their next move.

MAI
I can’t keep doing this. Thuy is going to ruin us.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We’ll figure something out. Just give me some time.

Mai’s daughter, LINH, approaches them.

LINH
Mother.

Mai freezes, unsure of how to react.

LINH (CONT’D)
I’m here for the art exhibit. I didn’t know you were going to be here.

MAI
(stilted)
Yes, I’m here with Dr. Nguyen Hoang.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(smiling)
It’s good to see you, Linh.

Linh looks at Mai with a mix of anger and sadness.

LINH
I didn’t come here to see you.

Mai looks down, ashamed.

LINH (CONT’D)
I came to see the art.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
Well, let us show you around.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang lead Linh into the gallery.

INT. GALLERY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang show Linh around the gallery, but the tension between Mai and Linh is palpable.

LINH
(to Mai)
Do you remember when we used to come to these things together?

MAI
(avoiding eye contact)
Yes, I remember.

LINH
(angry)
Do you remember what happened after the last one?

Mai looks down, unable to answer.

LINH (CONT’D)
You cheated on Dad. You broke his heart.

MAI
(tearful)
I know. I’m sorry.

LINH
(sarcastic)
Sorry doesn’t fix anything.

Mai looks at Dr. Nguyen Hoang, desperate for help.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(to Linh)
Your mother is going through a difficult time. She needs your support.

LINH
(disgusted)
Support? She needs to face the consequences of her actions.

Mai breaks down in tears as Linh storms out of the gallery.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(putting his arm around Mai)
We’ll get through this. Together.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walking out of the gallery, discussing their next move.
-Shot 2: Close-up of Linh approaching them, with Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang in the background.
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai, Dr. Nguyen Hoang, and Linh walking into the gallery.

Step 3: A mother and daughter’s strained relationship is put to the test when Linh visits Mai at an art gallery. Tension builds as Linh confronts Mai about her infidelity, leading to a tearful breakdown. Camera shots include a wide shot of the trio walking out of the gallery, a close-up of Linh approaching, and a medium shot of the three walking into the gallery.
34: Step 1:

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang attend an art exhibition where Mai’s sculpture is on display. They meet Thuy’s sister, who is suspicious of Mai’s behavior. Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang try to avoid her, but their actions only raise more suspicion.

FADE IN:

EXT. ART GALLERY – NIGHT

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang arrive at the art exhibition. Mai’s sculpture is on display, and she is nervous about the attention it will bring. They enter the gallery and are immediately greeted by Thuy’s sister, LINH.

LINH
(suspiciously)
Mai, it’s so good to see you. I didn’t know you were into art.

MAI
(nervously)
Oh, yes. I’ve always loved it.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(trying to change the subject)
Linh, have you seen the new exhibit on the second floor?

LINH
(still suspicious)
No, I haven’t. But I was just about to check it out.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang try to avoid Linh, but she keeps following them around the gallery. Mai’s nerves get the best of her, and she accidentally knocks over a sculpture.

LINH
(angrily)
What’s wrong with you, Mai? Are you drunk?

MAI
(defensively)
No, I’m not. I’m just a little nervous.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(trying to diffuse the situation)
Linh, it was just an accident. Let’s not make a big deal out of it.

Linh storms off, and Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are left alone. Mai is filled with guilt and shame, knowing that her behavior is only raising more suspicion.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang entering the art gallery
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai’s sculpture on display
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Linh approaching Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang
– Shot 4: Over-the-shoulder shot of Linh looking suspiciously at Mai
– Shot 5: Close-up of Mai’s nervous face
– Shot 6: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang trying to change the subject
– Shot 7: Close-up of Linh’s angry face
– Shot 8: Close-up of Mai accidentally knocking over a sculpture
– Shot 9: Medium shot of Linh storming off
– Shot 10: Close-up of Mai’s guilty face

Step 3: Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang attend an art exhibition where Mai’s sculpture is on display. They meet Thuy’s sister, who is suspicious of Mai’s behavior. Mai accidentally knocks over a sculpture, raising more suspicion. Camera shots include a wide shot of the gallery, close-ups of the characters’ faces, and over-the-shoulder shots.
35: Step 1:

Mai’s Nightmare

FADE IN:

INT. MAI’S BEDROOM – NIGHT

Mai is sleeping restlessly, tossing and turning. Suddenly, she wakes up with a start, breathing heavily. She looks around the room, disoriented.

MAI
(in a panic)
Thuy’s body…they found it!

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(waking up)
Mai, what’s wrong?

Mai clings to him, trembling.

MAI
(sobbing)
I had a nightmare…about Thuy.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(stroking her hair)
It’s okay, it was just a dream.

Mai pulls away from him, looking at him with suspicion.

MAI
(angrily)
How can you be so calm? What if it wasn’t just a dream?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(defensively)
What are you talking about?

Mai gets out of bed, pacing back and forth.

MAI
(frantically)
Thuy’s body is still out there, somewhere. What if someone finds it? What if they trace it back to us?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(trying to reason with her)
Mai, we’ve been over this. We did what we had to do. We can’t change the past.

Mai stops pacing, looking at him with a mixture of anger and despair.

MAI
(bitterly)
And what about the future? What if Thuy’s sister comes looking for her? What if the police start asking questions?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(trying to comfort her)
We’ll deal with it if and when it happens. Right now, we need to focus on staying calm and keeping our heads down.

Mai looks at him, her eyes filled with tears.

MAI
(whispering)
I’m so scared, Hoang. I don’t know if I can do this anymore.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(taking her in his arms)
You don’t have to do it alone. I’m here for you, always.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Close-up of Mai’s face as she wakes up from her nightmare
-Shot 2: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang in bed, with Mai clinging to him
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai pacing back and forth, with Dr. Nguyen Hoang trying to reason with her

Step 3: Short Description

Mai has a nightmare about Thuy’s body being discovered, and wakes up in a panic. Dr. Nguyen Hoang tries to comfort her, but their relationship becomes more strained. Camera shots include close-up, medium shot, and medium shot with dialogue.
36: Step 1:

Linh Confronts Mai About Her Infidelity

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Linh stands outside the gallery, staring at her mother, Mai, who is inside setting up her latest sculpture. Linh takes a deep breath and enters the gallery.

INT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Linh approaches Mai, who is busy working on her sculpture.

LINH
(angrily)
How could you do this to dad? To our family?

MAI
(surprised)
Linh, what are you talking about?

LINH
(frustrated)
Don’t play dumb, mom. I know about your affair with Thuy.

Mai looks down, ashamed.

MAI
(sadly)
I’m sorry, Linh. I never meant to hurt anyone.

LINH
(voice shaking)
You’ve destroyed our family. How could you do this to us?

MAI
(tearfully)
I don’t know, Linh. I was lost and confused. I thought I could escape my guilt and find happiness with Thuy, but I was wrong.

LINH
(disgusted)
You’re pathetic. I can’t even look at you right now.

Linh storms out of the gallery, leaving Mai alone with her thoughts.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Wide shot of Linh standing outside the gallery, looking in
– Shot 2: Medium shot of Linh confronting Mai inside the gallery
– Shot 3: Close-up of Mai’s face as she confesses her affair to Linh

Step 3: A daughter confronts her mother about her infidelity in an art gallery. Linh is angry and Mai is ashamed. Camera shots include a wide shot of Linh outside the gallery, a medium shot of the confrontation, and a close-up of Mai’s face.
37: Step 1:

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s Dilemma

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI CITY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sit on a bench in a park, deep in conversation.

MAI
What if we confess to the police?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
And risk going to jail for murder? No, we can’t do that.

MAI
But Thuy keeps threatening us. What if she goes to the police first?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We’ll have to find a way to keep her quiet.

Mai looks down, wringing her hands in desperation.

MAI
I don’t know what to do.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We’ll figure it out. We have to.

Suddenly, they hear a phone ringing. Dr. Nguyen Hoang pulls out his phone and sees a text from Thuy.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(sighing)
She wants more money. And she’s threatening to go to the police if we don’t give it to her.

Mai looks up at him, fear in her eyes.

MAI
What are we going to do?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We’ll have to come up with something. But for now, let’s go home.

They stand up and walk away, lost in thought.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sitting on a bench in the park, with the city skyline in the background.
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai’s hands wringing together in desperation.
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s phone as he reads Thuy’s text message.

Step 3: Short Description

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang discuss their dilemma in a park, fearing Thuy’s threats. Close-up of Mai’s hands wringing together. Dr. Nguyen Hoang receives a text from Thuy, demanding more money.
38: Step 1:

Thuy’s Sister Confronts Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exit the gallery, only to be confronted by Thuy’s sister, LINH, who blocks their path.

LINH
(angrily)
Where is my sister? I know you two were involved with her.

MAI
(defensive)
We had nothing to do with her disappearance.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(trying to calm Linh down)
Please, let us explain.

LINH
(skeptical)
Explain what? That you didn’t kill her and hide her body in one of Mai’s sculptures?

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exchange a worried look.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang frantically search for any evidence that could incriminate them. Mai’s phone rings, and she answers it.

THUY
(on the phone)
I need more money. And if I don’t get it, I’ll go to the police.

Mai hangs up, and she and Dr. Nguyen Hoang realize they’re in deep trouble.

CUT TO:

EXT. HANOI STREET – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walk down the street, deep in thought.

MAI
(desperate)
What are we going to do? We can’t keep paying her off forever.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(resigned)
I don’t know. But we have to figure something out before it’s too late.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exiting the art gallery, with Linh blocking their path.
-Shot 2: Close-up shot of Linh’s face as she confronts Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang.
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang searching frantically in Mai’s studio.

Step 3: A desperate Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are confronted by Thuy’s suspicious sister, leading to a frantic search for evidence in Mai’s studio. Camera shots include a medium shot of the confrontation, a close-up of Linh’s face, and a medium shot of the search.
39: Step 1:

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s Desperation

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI CITY – NIGHT

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are sitting in a car parked on a deserted street. They both look anxious and scared.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
What are we going to do? We can’t keep giving her money forever.

MAI
I know, but I don’t want to go to jail. I can’t lose everything.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We need to come up with a plan. Something that will protect us.

Mai looks at him, tears in her eyes.

MAI
I’m so sorry. I never meant for any of this to happen.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
I know. We’ll figure it out. We always do.

Suddenly, they hear a knock on the car window. They both jump in their seats.

THUY’S SISTER (O.S.)
Roll down the window.

Dr. Nguyen Hoang hesitates, but Mai rolls down the window.

THUY’S SISTER
I need to talk to you. Now.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exchange a worried look.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – NIGHT

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are sitting at a table, facing Thuy’s sister.

THUY’S SISTER
I want more money. And if I don’t get it, I’m going to the police.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We’ve given you everything we have. We can’t give you anymore.

THUY’S SISTER
Then I guess you’ll have to deal with the consequences.

Mai looks at Dr. Nguyen Hoang, desperation in her eyes.

MAI
Please, there has to be another way.

THUY’S SISTER
There is. You give me what I want, and I’ll make sure you’re never bothered again.

Dr. Nguyen Hoang looks at Mai, then back at Thuy’s sister.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We’ll do it.

Thuy’s sister smiles, satisfied.

THUY’S SISTER
Good. I’ll be in touch.

She gets up and leaves the studio.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sit in silence, both knowing that they’ve just made a deal with the devil.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

– Shot 1: Establishing shot of Hanoi city at night
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang in the car, looking anxious and scared
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Thuy’s sister knocking on the car window
– Shot 4: Close-up of Mai rolling down the car window
– Shot 5: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sitting at a table with Thuy’s sister
– Shot 6: Close-up of Thuy’s sister demanding more money
– Shot 7: Close-up of Mai looking desperate
– Shot 8: Close-up of Dr. Nguyen Hoang looking conflicted
– Shot 9: Close-up of Thuy’s sister smiling, satisfied

Step 3: Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are desperate to find a way to protect themselves from Thuy’s threats. They meet with Thuy’s sister, who demands more money and threatens to go to the police. In a moment of desperation, Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang agree to give her what she wants. The camera captures their fear and desperation as they make a deal with the devil.
40: Step 1:

Mai’s Redemption Sculpture

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai stands in front of her new sculpture, a hauntingly beautiful piece that represents her past. She touches the sculpture’s surface, feeling the rough texture of the clay.

MAI
(to herself)
This is it. This is my redemption.

Dr. Nguyen Hoang approaches her from behind.

DR. HOANG
It’s beautiful, Mai. What inspired you to create this?

MAI
(sighs)
My guilt. My infidelity. My trauma.

DR. HOANG
(puts his hand on her shoulder)
You don’t have to carry that burden alone. I’m here for you.

Mai looks at him, tears welling up in her eyes.

MAI
Thank you.

She turns back to the sculpture and starts working on it again.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – NIGHT

Mai is still working on the sculpture, her hands covered in clay. She looks exhausted but determined.

MAI
(to herself)
I have to finish this. I have to confront my past.

She continues working, lost in thought.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai stands in front of the finished sculpture, looking at it with a mix of pride and sadness.

MAI
(to herself)
It’s done. My past is now a part of me, but it doesn’t define me anymore.

Dr. Hoang enters the room.

DR. HOANG
(smiling)
It’s amazing, Mai. You’re amazing.

Mai smiles back at him, feeling a sense of relief.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai standing in front of her sculpture at the art gallery
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai’s hands touching the sculpture’s surface
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Hoang talking in front of the sculpture

Step 3: Mai confronts her past by creating a sculpture with Dr. Hoang’s support. She works tirelessly on it, hoping to find redemption. Camera shots include a wide shot of the sculpture, a close-up of Mai’s hands, and a medium shot of Mai and Dr. Hoang talking.
41: Step 1:

Dr. Nguyen Hoang Meets with Thuy’s Sister

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Dr. Nguyen Hoang meets with Thuy’s sister, LINH, outside the gallery. Linh looks nervous and fidgety.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
(to Linh)
I’m sorry to have to meet you like this, but I need to talk to you about your sister.

LINH
(defensive)
What about her?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
I know about the situation between her and Mai. And I know she’s been asking for more money.

Linh looks surprised and worried.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG (CONT’D)
I’m willing to pay her off, but I need your help. I’ll give you a large sum of money to keep her quiet.

Linh hesitates for a moment, then nods.

LINH
(whispering)
Okay. I’ll do it.

Dr. Nguyen Hoang hands her an envelope of cash.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
Thank you. And please, don’t tell anyone about this.

Linh nods again and quickly walks away.

Dr. Nguyen Hoang watches her go, relieved but also worried about what other secrets might be lurking in the shadows.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Wide shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang and Linh meeting outside the art gallery
-Shot 2: Close-up of Linh looking nervous and fidgety
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang handing Linh an envelope of cash

Step 3: Dr. Nguyen Hoang meets with Thuy’s sister outside an art gallery to offer her money in exchange for her silence. Linh looks nervous as she accepts the envelope of cash. Camera shots include a wide shot of the two characters, a close-up of Linh, and a medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang handing her the money.
42: Step 1:

Mai’s Sculpture Success

FADE IN:

EXT. ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai stands in front of her sculpture, surrounded by a crowd of admirers. She smiles as she listens to their compliments.

MAI
Thank you so much. I’m glad you like it.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG approaches her, looking proud.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
Congratulations, Mai. You did it.

MAI
(smiling)
We did it.

They share a moment of happiness before Mai’s smile fades.

MAI (CONT’D)
But what about Thuy? What if she goes to the police?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We’ll figure it out. We always do.

Mai nods, but her worry is evident.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sit at her desk, surrounded by sketches and sculptures.

MAI
What if we pay her off? Give her the money she wants?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
And what if she comes back for more? We can’t keep giving her money forever.

Mai looks down, defeated.

MAI
I just want this to be over. I want to move on.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We will. But we have to be smart about it.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – NIGHT

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sit in silence, surrounded by empty wine bottles.

MAI
What if we turn ourselves in? Confess to the police?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
And what about our careers? Our reputation? Our family?

Mai nods, understanding.

MAI
I just don’t know what to do.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We’ll figure it out. We always do.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Thuy stands in front of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang, a menacing smile on her face.

THUY
I want more money. And if you don’t give it to me, I’ll go to the police.

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang exchange a worried glance.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – NIGHT

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sit in silence, surrounded by darkness.

MAI
What are we going to do?

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
I don’t know.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai standing in front of her sculpture, surrounded by admirers.
-Shot 2: Close-up of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang discussing Thuy’s threats.
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Thuy standing in front of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang, demanding more money.

Step 3: Mai’s sculpture is a success, but her guilt and infidelity still haunt her. She and Dr. Nguyen Hoang try to come up with a solution to Thuy’s threats, but their actions only lead to more problems. Camera shots include a wide shot of Mai’s sculpture, a close-up of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang discussing Thuy’s demands, and a medium shot of Thuy demanding more money.
43: Step 1:

Linh finds Forgiveness

FADE IN:

EXT. HO CHI MINH MAUSOLEUM – DAY

Linh walks towards her mother’s sculpture studio, looking hesitant.

INT. SCULPTURE STUDIO – DAY

Linh enters the studio and sees a new sculpture of her mother’s. She looks at it in awe.

LINH
What’s this?

MAI
It’s my latest work. I call it “Forgiveness.”

LINH
It’s beautiful.

MAI
Thank you.

Linh looks at her mother, and they both smile.

MAI (CONT’D)
I’m sorry for everything, Linh. I know I’ve hurt you.

LINH
It’s okay, Mom. I forgive you.

They hug, and the camera zooms in on the sculpture of “Forgiveness.”

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Establishing shot of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
– Shot 2: Medium shot of Linh walking towards the sculpture studio
– Shot 3: Close-up of the new sculpture “Forgiveness”
– Shot 4: Close-up of Linh and Mai hugging
– Shot 5: Close-up of the sculpture “Forgiveness”

Step 3: Linh reconciles with her mother in her sculpture studio, forgiving her for past mistakes. Camera shots include an establishing shot of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, a medium shot of Linh walking towards the studio, and close-ups of the sculpture “Forgiveness” and the mother-daughter hug.
44: Step 1:

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang confront their guilt

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART STUDIO – DAY

Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sit in their studio, looking at the sculpture. Mai is visibly distressed.

MAI
I can’t keep living like this. We have to tell the truth.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
And what truth is that? That we killed a man and hid his body in your sculpture?

Mai looks away, unable to meet his gaze.

MAI
I know what I did was wrong. But I can’t keep living with this guilt.

DR. NGUYEN HOANG
We made a mistake. But we have to live with the consequences.

Mai takes his hand, and they sit in silence, contemplating their actions.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sitting in their studio, looking at the sculpture.
-Shot 2: Close-up of Mai’s distressed face.
-Shot 3: Close-up of Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s face as he talks to Mai.

Step 3: Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sit in their studio, looking at the sculpture. Mai is distressed as she confesses her guilt to her husband. Close-up shots of their faces show the emotional turmoil they are experiencing.
45: Step 1:

TRIUMPH

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI – DAY

Mai, a sculptor, works on her latest piece, struggling with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover with drugs. Her husband, a doctor, helps her hide the body in one of her sculptures. They bury it in their backyard.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai sculpts, haunted by her past. Her husband discovers her infidelity and confronts her. She confesses and they decide to turn themselves in. Thuy, Mai’s former friend and accomplice, tries to stop her from confessing. Mai outsmarts her and finds redemption.

MAI
(to her husband)
I can’t keep living with this guilt.

HUSBAND
We’ll turn ourselves in. It’s the only way.

THUY
(enters)
You can’t do that!

Mai outsmarts Thuy and turns the tables on her.

MAI
(to Thuy)
I’m done with your lies. I’m turning myself in.

Thuy leaves, defeated. Mai and her husband embrace, finally finding peace.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

Shot 1: Establishing shot of Hanoi
Shot 2: Close-up of Mai sculpting
Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and her husband burying the sculpture in their backyard
Shot 4: Close-up of Mai’s face, haunted by guilt
Shot 5: Medium shot of Mai and her husband arguing
Shot 6: Close-up of Thuy entering the room
Shot 7: Medium shot of Mai, her husband, and Thuy in a tense standoff
Shot 8: Close-up of Mai’s face, determined to confess
Shot 9: Medium shot of Mai and Thuy in a verbal battle
Shot 10: Close-up of Mai outsmarting Thuy
Shot 11: Medium shot of Mai and her husband embracing

Step 3: Short Description

In Hanoi, sculptor Mai struggles with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover. With her husband’s help, they hide the body in a sculpture. When Mai decides to confess, her former friend Thuy tries to stop her. Mai outsmarts her and finds redemption. Camera shots include an establishing shot of Hanoi, close-ups of Mai’s face, and medium shots of the characters in tense standoffs.
46: Step 1:

Mai’s Guilt and Trauma

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI CITY – DAY

Mai walks down the busy street, her eyes darting around nervously. She sees her lover’s ghost everywhere she goes, haunting her every move. She tries to shake it off, but the guilt and trauma are taking a toll on her.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai works on a sculpture, trying to distract herself from her thoughts. Her husband, a doctor, enters the room and notices her behavior. He becomes increasingly suspicious and starts to investigate.

INT. MAI’S HOUSE – NIGHT

Mai and her husband argue about her behavior. She tries to hide her guilt, but he knows something is wrong. Mai breaks down and confesses to accidentally killing her lover with drugs. Her husband helps her hide the body in one of her sculptures.

INT. POLICE STATION – DAY

Mai decides to turn herself in and confess to the crime. Thuy, her lover’s wife, tries to stop her from confessing. But Mai uses her wit and clever strategy to outsmart Thuy and turn the tables on her. Mai finds forgiveness and redemption for her past mistakes.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Establishing shot of Hanoi city, showing Mai walking down the busy street.
-Shot 2: Close-up of Mai’s face, showing her nervousness and paranoia.
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai working on her sculpture, with her husband entering the room.

Step 3: Short Description

In Hanoi, Mai struggles with guilt and trauma after accidentally killing her lover. Her husband becomes suspicious, leading to a dangerous game of secrets and lies. Mai must find the courage to confess, outsmarting her lover’s wife. Camera shots include an establishing shot of the city, a close-up of Mai’s face, and a medium shot of her working on her sculpture.
47: Step 1:

Mai’s Daughter Investigates

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI, VIETNAM – DAY

Mai’s daughter, LINH, arrives at her mother’s studio apartment. They hug and enter the apartment.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO APARTMENT – DAY

Linh notices Mai’s strange behavior and starts to investigate on her own. She finds a hidden compartment in one of Mai’s sculptures and discovers the body of Mai’s lover.

LINH
(surprised)
Mom, what have you done?

MAI
(tearfully)
I didn’t mean to. It was an accident.

Linh helps Mai hide the body and they both struggle with the guilt and consequences of their actions.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO APARTMENT – NIGHT

Linh and Mai sit in silence, both lost in their thoughts.

LINH
(sighs)
Mom, we have to do the right thing. We have to turn ourselves in.

MAI
(nervously)
I know, but I’m scared. What if they don’t forgive me?

LINH
(puts her hand on Mai’s shoulder)
We’ll face the consequences together. We’ll find redemption.

Mai nods, tears streaming down her face.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Wide shot of Linh arriving at Mai’s studio apartment
– Shot 2: Close-up of Linh’s face as she discovers the hidden compartment in the sculpture
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Linh sitting in silence, lost in their thoughts

Step 3: A daughter visits her mother’s studio apartment in Hanoi and discovers a hidden compartment in one of her sculptures, revealing a dark secret. Close-up of Linh’s face as she uncovers the truth.
48: Step 1:

Mai’s Guilt and Betrayal

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI, VIETNAM – DAY

Mai sits alone in her studio, surrounded by her sculptures. She is lost in thought, staring at a sculpture of her lover, who she accidentally killed with drugs. Suddenly, her husband bursts in.

HUSBAND
(angrily)
How could you do this to me? To us?

Mai tries to explain, but her husband is too hurt and leaves her alone with her guilt and the ghost of her lover.

MAI
(to herself)
What have I done?

She looks at the sculpture of her lover and begins to weep.

MAI
(to the sculpture)
I’m sorry. I’m so sorry.

Suddenly, she hears a knock at the door. It’s Thuy, her husband’s colleague and former lover.

THUY
(smiling)
Hello, Mai. Long time no see.

Mai is taken aback, but Thuy has a proposition for her.

THUY
(slyly)
I know what you did. And I can help you. But you have to do something for me first.

Mai is hesitant, but Thuy’s offer is too tempting to resist.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – NIGHT

Mai and Thuy are working on a sculpture together. Mai is nervous, but Thuy is confident.

THUY
(excitedly)
This is going to be our masterpiece.

Mai is unsure, but Thuy reassures her.

THUY
(seductively)
Trust me. I know what I’m doing.

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – LATER

Mai and Thuy are finishing up the sculpture. Mai is exhausted, but Thuy is thrilled.

THUY
(proudly)
It’s perfect. And no one will ever know.

Mai is relieved, but also filled with guilt.

MAI
(to herself)
What have I done?

CUT TO:

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – LATER

Mai is alone, staring at the sculpture. She hears a noise and turns around to see her husband.

HUSBAND
(suspiciously)
What’s going on here?

Mai tries to explain, but her husband is too angry and leaves her alone with her guilt and the ghost of her lover.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Close-up of Mai, lost in thought, staring at the sculpture of her lover.
-Shot 2: Medium shot of Mai and her husband, as he confronts her about her infidelity.
-Shot 3: Close-up of Mai weeping, apologizing to the sculpture of her lover.
-Shot 4: Medium shot of Thuy, as she makes her proposition to Mai.
-Shot 5: Close-up of Mai, hesitant but tempted by Thuy’s offer.
-Shot 6: Medium shot of Mai and Thuy working on the sculpture together.
-Shot 7: Close-up of Mai, nervous and unsure.
-Shot 8: Medium shot of Mai and Thuy finishing up the sculpture.
-Shot 9: Close-up of Mai, filled with guilt.
-Shot 10: Medium shot of Mai and her husband, as he confronts her about the sculpture.

Step 3: A sculptor struggles with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover with drugs. Her husband confronts her, and she is left alone with her guilt and the ghost of her lover. Camera shots: Close-up of Mai, Medium shot of Mai and her husband, Close-up of Mai weeping, Medium shot of Thuy, Close-up of Mai hesitant, Medium shot of Mai and Thuy working on the sculpture, Close-up of Mai filled with guilt, Medium shot of Mai and her husband.
49: Step 1:

Mai’s Confession

FADE IN:

EXT. MAI’S BACKYARD – DAY

Mai’s daughter, LINH, confronts her about the sculpture in the backyard. Mai finally confesses to her crime, revealing that the sculpture contains the body of her lover. Linh is shocked but decides to help her mother hide the body.

LINH
What is that sculpture, Mom?

MAI
(sighs)
It’s…it’s a sculpture of your father and me.

LINH
(skeptical)
That doesn’t look like Dad.

MAI
(voice trembling)
It’s not your father. It’s…it’s a man I was seeing. He died, and I didn’t know what to do with the body.

Linh is horrified.

LINH
What?! Mom, how could you do something like that?

MAI
(tears streaming down her face)
I don’t know, Linh. I was so lost and confused. I didn’t know what else to do.

Linh takes a deep breath and looks at her mother with determination.

LINH
Okay, we’ll figure this out. We’ll hide the body and make sure no one finds out.

Mai looks at her daughter with gratitude and relief.

MAI
Thank you, Linh. Thank you for understanding.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Linh standing in the backyard, with the sculpture in the background.
-Shot 2: Close-up of Mai’s face as she confesses to Linh.
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Linh and Mai as they discuss how to hide the body.

Step 3: Short Description

In Mai’s backyard, she confesses to her daughter that the sculpture contains the body of her lover. Linh decides to help her mother hide the body. Shots include a wide shot of the backyard, a close-up of Mai’s face, and a medium shot of Mai and Linh discussing their plan.
50: Step 1:

Redemption and Betrayal

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai’s husband, HAI, walks out of the gallery and sees Mai’s sculpture. He recognizes the shape of a human body inside and becomes suspicious.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai is sculpting when Hai enters. He confronts her about the sculpture and accuses her of killing her lover. Mai denies it, but Hai doesn’t believe her.

HAI
You killed him, didn’t you?

MAI
No, I didn’t. I swear.

HAI
Then why did you hide his body in your sculpture?

Mai breaks down and confesses to everything. She tells Hai about her affair and how she accidentally killed her lover with drugs. Hai is devastated but decides to help her.

HAI
We have to turn ourselves in.

MAI
I know. But I’m scared.

HAI
I’ll be with you every step of the way.

Mai and Hai leave the studio, holding hands.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Wide shot of Hanoi Art Gallery
-Shot 2: Close-up of Mai’s sculpture
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Hai in her studio

Step 3: Redemption and Betrayal. Mai’s husband confronts her about the sculpture and accuses her of killing her lover. Mai breaks down and confesses to everything. They leave the studio, holding hands. Camera shots: Wide shot of gallery, close-up of sculpture, medium shot of Mai and Hai.
51: Step 1:

Mai’s Daughter Confesses

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI STREET – DAY

Mai and her daughter, LINH, walk down the street. Linh looks nervous.

MAI
What’s wrong, Linh?

LINH
I can’t keep this secret anymore, Mom. I have to turn myself in.

Mai’s eyes widen in shock.

MAI
No, Linh. You can’t do that.

LINH
I have to. It’s the right thing to do.

Mai tries to stop Linh, but she is determined.

LINH (CONT’D)
I’m sorry, Mom.

Linh walks away, leaving Mai standing alone on the street.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Linh walking down the street
– Shot 2: Close-up of Linh’s face as she confesses to Mai
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai trying to stop Linh, with Linh walking away in the background

Step 3: Mai’s daughter, Linh, confesses to her mother about their crime while walking down a Hanoi street. Camera shots include a wide shot of the two walking, a close-up of Linh’s face, and a medium shot of Mai trying to stop her daughter as she walks away.
52: Step 1:

Mai’s Daughter Confesses

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI STREET – DAY

Mai’s husband, HUNG, confronts her and their daughter, LINH, about the sculpture. Mai tries to deny it, but Linh finally confesses to the crime.

HUNG
(angrily)
What is this, Mai? What have you done?

MAI
(defensive)
I don’t know what you’re talking about.

LINH
(tearfully)
It was me. I did it.

Mai and Hung are shocked.

HUNG
(to Linh)
What did you do?

LINH
(crying)
I put the drugs in the sculpture. I killed him.

Mai and Hung are horrified.

MAI
(to Linh)
Why did you do it?

LINH
(sobbing)
I don’t know. I was angry. I wanted to hurt you.

Mai and Hung are devastated.

MAI
(to Linh)
We have to turn ourselves in. We have to confess.

LINH
(scared)
What will happen to us?

MAI
(sadly)
I don’t know. But it’s the right thing to do.

Suddenly, Thuy appears.

THUY
(smiling)
Hello, Mai. Hung. Linh.

Mai and Hung are wary.

MAI
(suspiciously)
What do you want, Thuy?

THUY
(slyly)
I just wanted to see how you were doing. And to remind you that I have some very damaging information.

Mai and Hung are nervous.

HUNG
(angrily)
What information?

THUY
(smiling)
Oh, just some things about Mai’s little secret.

Mai and Hung are scared.

MAI
(desperately)
What do you want, Thuy?

THUY
(slyly)
I want you to keep doing what you’re doing. And to give me a cut of the profits.

Mai and Hung are angry.

HUNG
(firmly)
We’re not doing that anymore. We’re turning ourselves in.

Thuy is shocked.

THUY
(angrily)
You can’t do that!

Mai and Hung are determined.

MAI
(firmly)
We have to. It’s the only way to find redemption.

Thuy is defeated.

THUY
(sadly)
Fine. But you’ll regret this.

Mai and Hung are relieved.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai, Hung, and Linh standing on the street, with buildings in the background.
-Shot 2: Close-up of Linh confessing to the crime, with tears in her eyes.
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai, Hung, and Thuy, with Thuy looking sly and Mai and Hung looking nervous.

Step 3: A family confronts the truth about a crime, as their daughter confesses to the murder. The camera captures the emotional turmoil of the characters, with a wide shot of the street, a close-up of the confession, and a medium shot of the confrontation with the villain.
53: Step 1:

Mai’s Redemption

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI, VIETNAM – DAY

Mai walks down the street, lost in thought. She stops in front of a sculpture and stares at it for a moment before continuing on her way.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai works on a sculpture, lost in concentration. She hears a knock on the door and goes to answer it.

THUY
(smirking)
Hello, Mai.

MAI
(defensive)
What are you doing here?

THUY
(slyly)
I just wanted to check in on you. See how you’re doing.

MAI
(irritated)
I’m fine. You can leave now.

THUY
(mockingly)
Oh, come on. Don’t be like that. We used to be so close.

Mai’s anger boils over and she lunges at Thuy, knocking her to the ground. She stands over her, breathing heavily.

MAI
(furious)
You ruined my life! You made me do this!

THUY
(smiling)
I didn’t make you do anything. You did this to yourself.

Mai takes a deep breath and composes herself.

MAI
(resigned)
You’re right. I did this to myself. And now I have to face the consequences.

Thuy looks confused as Mai walks out of the studio.

EXT. HANOI, VIETNAM – DAY

Mai walks down the street, tears streaming down her face. She stops in front of a police station and takes a deep breath before walking inside.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Close-up of Mai’s face as she stares at the sculpture
– Shot 2: Medium shot of Mai working on the sculpture
– Shot 3: Close-up of Thuy’s face as she taunts Mai
– Shot 4: Medium shot of Mai lunging at Thuy
– Shot 5: Close-up of Mai’s face as she composes herself
– Shot 6: Long shot of Mai walking out of the studio
– Shot 7: Close-up of Mai’s face as she walks into the police station

Step 3: A sculptor confronts her guilt and turns herself in for a crime. Camera captures her emotional journey from anger to resignation, ending with her walking into a police station.
54: Step 1:

Mai’s Redemption

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI CITY – DAY

Mai’s husband, HAI, walks down the busy street, his face etched with guilt. He stops in front of a police station and takes a deep breath before entering.

INT. POLICE STATION – DAY

Hai approaches the front desk, where a POLICE OFFICER looks up at him.

POLICE OFFICER
Can I help you?

HAI
I need to confess to a crime.

The police officer nods and leads Hai to an interrogation room.

INT. INTERROGATION ROOM – DAY

Hai sits across from a DETECTIVE, his hands shaking.

DETECTIVE
What crime did you commit?

HAI
I helped my wife hide a body.

The detective leans forward, intrigued.

DETECTIVE
Tell me more.

As Hai begins to confess, we see flashbacks of Mai creating her sculpture, hiding the body, and the aftermath of their actions.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY (FLASHBACK)

Mai sculpts furiously, her hands covered in clay.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – NIGHT (FLASHBACK)

Mai and Hai wrap the body in plastic and hide it inside the sculpture.

INT. HAI AND MAI’S BEDROOM – DAY (FLASHBACK)

Hai and Mai lie in bed, their guilt weighing heavily on them.

INT. INTERROGATION ROOM – DAY

Hai finishes his confession, tears streaming down his face.

DETECTIVE
Thank you for coming forward. We’ll need to bring your wife in for questioning as well.

Hai nods, relieved to have finally come clean.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Establishing shot of Hanoi city street
– Shot 2: Close-up of Hai’s face as he enters the police station
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Hai and the detective in the interrogation room, with flashbacks shown in between

Step 3: A guilt-ridden Hai confesses to helping his wife hide a body, leading to flashbacks of Mai’s sculpture and the aftermath. Camera shots include an establishing shot of Hanoi, a close-up of Hai’s face, and a medium shot of the interrogation room with flashbacks interspersed.
55: Step 1:

Mai’s Redemption

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI, VIETNAM – DAY

Mai walks down the busy street, lost in thought. She stops in front of a sculpture and stares at it for a moment before continuing on her way.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai works on a sculpture, her hands moving deftly over the clay. She pauses and looks at the sculpture, lost in thought.

MAI
(to herself)
I have to do the right thing.

She picks up her phone and dials a number.

INT. POLICE STATION – DAY

Mai sits across from a police officer, tears streaming down her face.

MAI
I killed him. I need to confess.

The police officer nods and takes down her statement.

INT. MAI’S HOME – DAY

Mai sits on the couch, her husband Thuy pacing back and forth.

THUY
You can’t do this. Think of our family.

MAI
I have to do this. I can’t live with the guilt anymore.

Thuy stops pacing and looks at her.

THUY
I’ll support you. We’ll get through this together.

Mai smiles, relieved.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai walking down the busy street, lost in thought.
-Shot 2: Close-up of Mai’s hands working on the sculpture.
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai sitting across from the police officer, tears streaming down her face.

Step 3: A sculptor struggles with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover with drugs. She finds redemption by confessing to the police. Camera shots include a wide shot of the busy street, a close-up of her hands working on a sculpture, and a medium shot of her confessing to the police.
56: Step 1:

Mai’s Journey Towards Redemption Through Art

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai, a sculptor, stands in front of her latest creation, a sculpture that represents her journey towards redemption and forgiveness. She looks at it with a mix of pride and sadness.

MAI
(to herself)
This is my way of coping with my guilt and trauma.

She takes a step back and looks around the gallery, filled with her other sculptures.

MAI (CONT’D)
(whispering)
I hope it’s enough to make up for my mistakes.

Suddenly, her husband, a doctor, enters the gallery.

HUSBAND
(surprised)
Mai, what are you doing here?

MAI
(smiling)
Just admiring my work.

HUSBAND
(looking at the sculpture)
It’s beautiful. What does it represent?

MAI
(taking a deep breath)
My journey towards redemption and forgiveness.

HUSBAND
(concerned)
Is everything okay?

MAI
(nodding)
Yes, I’ve finally found the courage to do the right thing.

HUSBAND
(supportive)
I’m proud of you.

Mai smiles, feeling a sense of relief.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai standing in front of her sculpture
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai’s face as she looks at her sculpture
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and her husband talking in the gallery

Step 3: A sculptor in Hanoi copes with guilt and trauma by creating a sculpture that represents her journey towards redemption and forgiveness. Her husband enters the gallery and they talk about the sculpture. Camera shots include a wide shot, close-up, and medium shot.
57: Step 1:

Mai Finds Redemption

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI, VIETNAM – DAY

Mai’s daughter, Huyen, is released from prison. Mai, her husband, and Huyen come together to face their past mistakes and find a way to move forward.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai is sculpting a new piece of art. She stops and looks at her husband, Thanh.

MAI
I need to confess.

THANH
What are you talking about?

MAI
I killed him. I killed my lover.

Thanh is shocked.

THANH
What? How?

Mai explains everything to Thanh. He helps her hide the body in one of her sculptures.

INT. HOSPITAL – DAY

Thanh is working at the hospital. He sees Huyen and they talk.

HUYEN
I’m sorry for what I did.

THANH
It’s okay. We all make mistakes.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai finishes her sculpture. Thuy, Mai’s former friend and lover, comes in.

THUY
I know what you did.

Mai is scared.

MAI
What are you going to do?

THUY
I want you to suffer like I did.

Mai uses her wit and clever strategy to outsmart Thuy and turn the tables on her.

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – NIGHT

Mai and Thanh are sitting together.

MAI
I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders.

THANH
I’m proud of you.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List

-Shot 1: Wide shot of Hanoi, Vietnam
-Shot 2: Close-up of Mai sculpting
-Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Thanh talking

Step 3: Mai’s daughter is released from prison, and the family comes together to face their past mistakes. Mai confesses to her husband and they hide the body in one of her sculptures. Thuy tries to blackmail Mai, but Mai outsmarts her. Camera shots include a wide shot of Hanoi, a close-up of Mai sculpting, and a medium shot of Mai and Thanh talking.
58: Step 1:

Mai’s Journey Towards Redemption

INT. MAI’S STUDIO – DAY

Mai is sculpting a new piece of art, her husband, Huy, watches her from the doorway.

HUY
You’re getting better every day.

MAI
(smiling)
Thanks, it’s all thanks to you.

Huy walks over to her and kisses her on the forehead.

HUY
I’m proud of you, Mai. You’ve come a long way.

MAI
(sighs)
But it’s not over yet. I still have to face the consequences of my actions.

HUY
You will, and I’ll be there with you every step of the way.

Mai looks at Huy with tears in her eyes.

MAI
Thank you for forgiving me.

HUY
(smiling)
I never stopped loving you.

Mai leans in and kisses Huy passionately.

Step 2:

– Shot 1: Close-up of Mai sculpting her art
– Shot 2: Medium shot of Huy watching Mai from the doorway
– Shot 3: Close-up of Mai and Huy kissing

Step 3: Mai sculpts as Huy watches, they share a tender moment and kiss. (Close-up of Mai sculpting, Medium shot of Huy watching, Close-up of Mai and Huy kissing)
59: Step 1:

Mai Finds Redemption Through Confession

FADE IN:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai stands in front of her latest sculpture, a sense of pride and accomplishment on her face. She turns to her husband, who stands beside her.

MAI
I did it. I turned myself in.

HUSBAND
I’m proud of you.

Mai smiles, relieved.

CUT TO:

INT. POLICE STATION – DAY

Mai sits across from a POLICE OFFICER, confessing to the crime.

MAI
I killed him. I gave him the drugs.

The Police Officer nods, taking notes.

CUT TO:

INT. HOSPITAL – DAY

Thuy confronts Mai, trying to stop her from confessing.

THUY
You can’t do this. You’ll ruin everything.

Mai stands her ground, using her wit and clever strategy to outsmart Thuy.

MAI
I’m done hiding. It’s time to face the consequences.

CUT TO:

EXT. HANOI ART GALLERY – DAY

Mai and her husband embrace, a weight lifted off their shoulders.

HUSBAND
We’ll get through this together.

Mai nods, looking at her sculpture with a newfound sense of purpose.

FADE OUT.

Step 2: Camera Shot List
– Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and her husband standing in front of her sculpture
– Shot 2: Close-up of Mai confessing to the police officer
– Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Thuy’s confrontation in the hospital

Step 3: Mai confesses to the police, facing her past mistakes and finding redemption. Thuy tries to stop her, but Mai uses her wit to outsmart her. Mai and her husband embrace, ready to face the consequences. Camera shots include a wide shot of the sculpture, a close-up of Mai confessing, and a medium shot of the confrontation.

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– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A talented sculptor struggles with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover with drugs. She must hide the body in one of her sculptures to avoid getting caught. The camera captures the tense moments as her husband discovers the truth and they both face the consequences.
13: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Short Description
Mai’s sculptures become a symbol of hope and redemption, inspiring others to confront their trauma. In her studio, Mai is confronted by her husband about the inspiration for one of her pieces. At the art gallery, Mai addresses the audience, showcasing her work and its emotional depth. (Camera shots: Wide, Close-up, Medium)
14: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai, a sculptor in Hanoi, stands in front of her latest sculpture, a symbol of her journey towards redemption. She confesses to her husband about her affair and the crime she committed. Camera shots include a wide shot of the art gallery, a close-up of Mai’s hands in her studio, and a medium shot of Mai and her husband.
15: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A sculptor accidentally kills her lover and hides the body in one of her sculptures with the help of her doctor husband. But when her assistant discovers the truth, they must come up with a plan to keep her quiet. Camera shots include close-ups of the characters’ actions and emotions, and a wide shot of the studio as they leave, haunted by their guilt.
16: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Short Description
In Hanoi, sculptor Mai accidentally kills her lover and with the help of her doctor husband, hides the body in one of her sculptures. Shot 1: Wide shot of Mai and Tuan arguing. Shot 2: Close-up of Tuan collapsing. Shot 3: Medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang trying to fit Tuan’s body into the sculpture.
17: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang hide a body in one of Mai’s sculptures, but their assistant Thuy discovers the truth and threatens to expose them. Suspenseful close-ups of the body being covered with clay and Thuy’s skeptical expression.
18: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sell a sculpture to pay off Thuy, with a wide shot of Hanoi’s busy streets, a close-up of the meeting with Mr. Lam, and a medium shot of them counting the money in Mai’s studio.
19: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A guilt-ridden sculptor and her doctor husband hide a body in one of her sculptures. Flashback to Mai’s childhood. Close-up of young Mai’s face, medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang struggling to lift the body, wide shot of Thuy Nguyen looking at the sculpture.
20: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A sculptor confesses to her doctor husband about her infidelity and accidentally killing her lover. Camera shots include close-ups of their faces and medium shots of them facing each other.
21: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang run from Thuy’s associates and hide in Mai’s studio. They hide the body in one of Mai’s sculptures. Camera shots include a wide shot of the street, a close-up of Thuy and her associates, and a medium shot of the struggle.
22: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Forgiveness and love bloom in the hospital as Dr. Nguyen Hoang forgives Mai for her infidelity. Close-up of Mai’s bruised face, medium shot of their hands holding, and a close-up of their embrace.
23: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A young Dr. Nguyen Hoang witnesses the death of his parents during a village attack. In present day, he confides in his wife Mai about his guilt. They worry about their assistant Thuy exposing their secret. Camera shots include a wide shot of the village, a close-up of the mother being shot, and a medium shot of the father fighting back.
24: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sell all of her sculptures to a wealthy collector to pay off Thuy. Camera shots include a wide shot of the art gallery, a close-up of the sculptures, and a medium shot of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walking down the street.
25: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang’s plan to hide a body in one of Mai’s sculptures goes awry when the collector refuses to buy the sculptures. They must pay off Mai’s assistant, Thuy, who threatens to expose them. The camera captures the characters’ worried and emotional expressions as they struggle to keep their secret.
26: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang plan a fake robbery to pay off Thuy. Wide shot of art gallery, close-up of worried faces, medium shot of discussion.
27: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A sculptor and her doctor husband hide a body in one of her sculptures to avoid getting caught. They pay off her assistant, but the guilt still haunts them. Camera shots include a wide shot of the body being carried in, a close-up of the body being covered, and a medium shot of the confrontation.
28: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A sculptor and her doctor husband hide a body in one of her sculptures to avoid getting caught. Their assistant discovers the truth and demands money. They pay her off and decide to leave Hanoi. Camera shots include a wide shot, close-up, and medium shot.
29: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang walk through Hanoi, admiring Mai’s sculptures in a gallery. Mai’s assistant, Thuy Nguyen, confronts them and demands money in exchange for her silence. Camera shots include a wide shot of the city, a close-up of the sculptures, and a medium shot of Thuy confronting Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang.
30: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Short Description
Mai, a sculptor, meets her lover Thuy at a hotel, where they argue about their affair. Filled with fear, Mai accidentally kills Thuy with drugs. She and her husband, Dr. Nguyen Hoang, drive around the city, trying to dispose of the body.
31: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang, filled with fear and desperation, dispose of Thuy’s body by hiding it in one of Mai’s sculptures and burying it in a remote location. Camera shots include a wide shot of the art gallery, a close-up of Mai confessing to Dr. Nguyen Hoang, and a medium shot of them burying the sculpture.
32: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang struggle to keep their secret hidden as they discuss their options at the kitchen table. Camera shots include a wide shot of the art gallery, a close-up of Mai’s worried face, and a medium shot of the couple at the kitchen table.
33: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A mother and daughter’s strained relationship is put to the test when Linh visits Mai at an art gallery. Tension builds as Linh confronts Mai about her infidelity, leading to a tearful breakdown. Camera shots include a wide shot of the trio walking out of the gallery, a close-up of Linh approaching, and a medium shot of the three walking into the gallery.
34: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang attend an art exhibition where Mai’s sculpture is on display. They meet Thuy’s sister, who is suspicious of Mai’s behavior. Mai accidentally knocks over a sculpture, raising more suspicion. Camera shots include a wide shot of the gallery, close-ups of the characters’ faces, and over-the-shoulder shots.
35: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Short Description
Mai has a nightmare about Thuy’s body being discovered, and wakes up in a panic. Dr. Nguyen Hoang tries to comfort her, but their relationship becomes more strained. Camera shots include close-up, medium shot, and medium shot with dialogue.
36: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A daughter confronts her mother about her infidelity in an art gallery. Linh is angry and Mai is ashamed. Camera shots include a wide shot of Linh outside the gallery, a medium shot of the confrontation, and a close-up of Mai’s face.
37: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Short Description
Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang discuss their dilemma in a park, fearing Thuy’s threats. Close-up of Mai’s hands wringing together. Dr. Nguyen Hoang receives a text from Thuy, demanding more money.
38: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A desperate Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are confronted by Thuy’s suspicious sister, leading to a frantic search for evidence in Mai’s studio. Camera shots include a medium shot of the confrontation, a close-up of Linh’s face, and a medium shot of the search.
39: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang are desperate to find a way to protect themselves from Thuy’s threats. They meet with Thuy’s sister, who demands more money and threatens to go to the police. In a moment of desperation, Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang agree to give her what she wants. The camera captures their fear and desperation as they make a deal with the devil.
40: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai confronts her past by creating a sculpture with Dr. Hoang’s support. She works tirelessly on it, hoping to find redemption. Camera shots include a wide shot of the sculpture, a close-up of Mai’s hands, and a medium shot of Mai and Dr. Hoang talking.
41: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Dr. Nguyen Hoang meets with Thuy’s sister outside an art gallery to offer her money in exchange for her silence. Linh looks nervous as she accepts the envelope of cash. Camera shots include a wide shot of the two characters, a close-up of Linh, and a medium shot of Dr. Nguyen Hoang handing her the money.
42: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai’s sculpture is a success, but her guilt and infidelity still haunt her. She and Dr. Nguyen Hoang try to come up with a solution to Thuy’s threats, but their actions only lead to more problems. Camera shots include a wide shot of Mai’s sculpture, a close-up of Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang discussing Thuy’s demands, and a medium shot of Thuy demanding more money.
43: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Linh reconciles with her mother in her sculpture studio, forgiving her for past mistakes. Camera shots include an establishing shot of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, a medium shot of Linh walking towards the studio, and close-ups of the sculpture “Forgiveness” and the mother-daughter hug.
44: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai and Dr. Nguyen Hoang sit in their studio, looking at the sculpture. Mai is distressed as she confesses her guilt to her husband. Close-up shots of their faces show the emotional turmoil they are experiencing.
45: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Short Description
In Hanoi, sculptor Mai struggles with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover. With her husband’s help, they hide the body in a sculpture. When Mai decides to confess, her former friend Thuy tries to stop her. Mai outsmarts her and finds redemption. Camera shots include an establishing shot of Hanoi, close-ups of Mai’s face, and medium shots of the characters in tense standoffs.
46: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Short Description
In Hanoi, Mai struggles with guilt and trauma after accidentally killing her lover. Her husband becomes suspicious, leading to a dangerous game of secrets and lies. Mai must find the courage to confess, outsmarting her lover’s wife. Camera shots include an establishing shot of the city, a close-up of Mai’s face, and a medium shot of her working on her sculpture.
47: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A daughter visits her mother’s studio apartment in Hanoi and discovers a hidden compartment in one of her sculptures, revealing a dark secret. Close-up of Linh’s face as she uncovers the truth.
48: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A sculptor struggles with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover with drugs. Her husband confronts her, and she is left alone with her guilt and the ghost of her lover. Camera shots: Close-up of Mai, Medium shot of Mai and her husband, Close-up of Mai weeping, Medium shot of Thuy, Close-up of Mai hesitant, Medium shot of Mai and Thuy working on the sculpture, Close-up of Mai filled with guilt, Medium shot of Mai and her husband.
49: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Short Description
In Mai’s backyard, she confesses to her daughter that the sculpture contains the body of her lover. Linh decides to help her mother hide the body. Shots include a wide shot of the backyard, a close-up of Mai’s face, and a medium shot of Mai and Linh discussing their plan.
50: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Redemption and Betrayal. Mai’s husband confronts her about the sculpture and accuses her of killing her lover. Mai breaks down and confesses to everything. They leave the studio, holding hands. Camera shots: Wide shot of gallery, close-up of sculpture, medium shot of Mai and Hai.
51: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai’s daughter, Linh, confesses to her mother about their crime while walking down a Hanoi street. Camera shots include a wide shot of the two walking, a close-up of Linh’s face, and a medium shot of Mai trying to stop her daughter as she walks away.
52: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A family confronts the truth about a crime, as their daughter confesses to the murder. The camera captures the emotional turmoil of the characters, with a wide shot of the street, a close-up of the confession, and a medium shot of the confrontation with the villain.
53: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A sculptor confronts her guilt and turns herself in for a crime. Camera captures her emotional journey from anger to resignation, ending with her walking into a police station.
54: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A guilt-ridden Hai confesses to helping his wife hide a body, leading to flashbacks of Mai’s sculpture and the aftermath. Camera shots include an establishing shot of Hanoi, a close-up of Hai’s face, and a medium shot of the interrogation room with flashbacks interspersed.
55: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A sculptor struggles with guilt and infidelity after accidentally killing her lover with drugs. She finds redemption by confessing to the police. Camera shots include a wide shot of the busy street, a close-up of her hands working on a sculpture, and a medium shot of her confessing to the police.
56: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :A sculptor in Hanoi copes with guilt and trauma by creating a sculpture that represents her journey towards redemption and forgiveness. Her husband enters the gallery and they talk about the sculpture. Camera shots include a wide shot, close-up, and medium shot.
57: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai’s daughter is released from prison, and the family comes together to face their past mistakes. Mai confesses to her husband and they hide the body in one of her sculptures. Thuy tries to blackmail Mai, but Mai outsmarts her. Camera shots include a wide shot of Hanoi, a close-up of Mai sculpting, and a medium shot of Mai and Thanh talking.
58: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai sculpts as Huy watches, they share a tender moment and kiss. (Close-up of Mai sculpting, Medium shot of Huy watching, Close-up of Mai and Huy kissing)
59: Dall-E2 compatible keywords:
– style from famous movie: Black Swan
– render type: Illustration
– image genre: Drama
– image style: Surreal
– image mood: Melancholic
– image tone: Dark
– world setting: Modern City Life

Description :Mai confesses to the police, facing her past mistakes and finding redemption. Thuy tries to stop her, but Mai uses her wit to outsmart her. Mai and her husband embrace, ready to face the consequences. Camera shots include a wide shot of the sculpture, a close-up of Mai confessing, and a medium shot of the confrontation.