Downsizing (2017) — Screenplay
A therapist shrinks himself to four inches to save the planet and fund a dream life, but his wife backs out, leaving him alone in a tiny world.
- Written by
- Alexander Payne, Jim Taylor
- Genre
- Comedy, Drama, Science Fiction
- Length
- 127 pages
Study this for its high-concept premise executed with a grounded, human tone that balances satire and sincerity. Payne and Taylor’s sharp dialogue and the protagonist’s reluctant hero’s journey offer a masterclass in blending comedy with social commentary while keeping emotional stakes intact.
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