Living Vicariously

SCENE OPENS to an extended shot of Becky (Natalie Knight) alone and quickly walking down a street. Her posture is tense, her expression anxious. She tries to stare straight ahead but sometimes looks over her shoulder. She is clearly paranoid that she is being followed but we don't see anyone. Her pace quickens as she walks down a pathway and nears her house. Her fear gets the best of her and she breaks out into a panicked jog up to the doorway. She frantically digs through her purse for the house keys. She drops them, swearing to herself, but quickly grabs them and unlocks the door. She rushes inside and shuts the door behind her. Becky locks the door behind her and is relieved. Although she hesitates, she looks out the window. Becky yelps in fear, backing away from the window. Standing motionless on the street, Gwen (Jane Wilde) stands, staring at Becky. CUT TO TITLE The next day, Becky invites her friend Mitchell (Nathan Bronson) into her house and explains that Gwen (a former girlfriend of Becky's ex) is stalking her. She wants him to keep her company and safe, which Mitchell agrees to. Later that night, Becky and Mitchell are sitting on the couch together watching television. Becky is curled up into Mitchell's side, obviously still seeking comfort, although her attention is on the television. Mitchell glances between the television and Becky. He hesitates a moment but puts an arm around her. She accepts his arm, not making a big deal of it as she gets comfortable and snuggles into it. He's trying hard not to smile but he looks innocently delighted at having Becky lying in his arms. It becomes clear that to her, it's not a romantic gesture, just a friendly cuddle. Mitchell looks disappointed but doesn't seem to want to push the issue more aggressively. Suddenly a loud crash startles them both. Becky is terrified and Mitchell jumps to his feet in front of her, being protective. Mitchell tells Becky to stay put and slowly goes towards the back door, the suspense building as he searches for Gwen. Just when it seems like Gwen might pop up, it's revealed to be nothing. Mitchell is relieved and starts to tell Becky but when he turns around, we see Becky watching after him, oblivious to Gwen standing behind her. Mitchell yells to Becky, who is terrified and runs to him. Gwen admits to being obsessed with Becky and wanting to see her get fucked. She starts to manipulate Mitchell into lusting for Becky as well. Mitchell tries to resist but, after more manipulation by Gwen, admits that he does have feelings for Becky. Mitchell admits to feeling a bit resentful of being overlooked. Gwen continues getting into his head until Mitchell suggests that they fuck. Becky is still hesitant but agrees after Gwen promises that she'll leave her alone afterwards. Gwen grins maliciously, ready to FINALLY get what she wants...