Let’s shoot it. One take. No trauma. No subtext.
…Yes. The pie represents his father’s disapproval. The cream is unshed tears.
They want the audience to feel the fart. They want it to represent the futility of modern connection. Also, the lead actor refuses to say “moist.”
The test audience said the talking donkey reminded them of their ex-husband. They gave it a “C+” for “emotional authenticity.”
What if… the donkey doesn’t talk?
(softly) That’s our new third act.
Which is?