The Proposal (2009) — Screenplay
A controlling book editor facing deportation blackmails her assistant into a sham marriage, but their fake engagement ignites unexpected sparks.
- Written by
- Peter Chiarelli
- Genre
- Comedy, Drama, Romance
- Length
- 117 pages
This romantic comedy offers a sharp study in tonal balance, weaving over-the-top situational comedy with genuine emotional beats. Chiarelli's script demonstrates efficient character establishment, immediately defining Margaret's abrasive nature and Andrew's quiet frustration through witty, rapid-fire dialogue. The escalating lie creates a propulsive structure that keeps the premise engaging from the opening scene onward.
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