Writing Game - week three.

Author function: Scriptwriter
Abstract notion: Otherness



EXT. SMALL AFGHAN DESERT VILLAGE – DAY

The sun is boiling from a cloudless sky as a young American SOLDIER, accompanied by an INTERPRETER, approaches a dirty and worn out Afghan native with a pack of mules.

SOLDIER
Can you tell me how far is the
nearest city?


The interpreter translates. The native points in a random direction and utters a single sentence.

INTERPRETER
It’s just a three hour walk in
that direction.


He points. The native smiles and shows a toothless grin. The soldier bursts out in laughter and responds in a friendly vibe but in all seriousness.

SOLDIER
Yeah, I’d prefer a cab too in
this heat.


The interpreter translates while laughing. The native looks confused and not sure if he is supposed to laugh with them.

SOLDIER
Thanks. You have a good day, sir.


The interpreter translates and the native bursts out laughing. Both soldier and interpreter look somewhat surprised. They walk away. The soldier leans towards the interpreter.

SOLDIER
Too much desert heat. I’m looking
forward to a cold Bud.


CUT.