While You Were Sleeping (1995) — Screenplay
A lonely transit worker saves a commuter, then becomes entangled with his family when they mistake her for his fiancée, complicating her growing feelings for his brother.
- Written by
- Daniel G. Sullivan, Fredric Lebow
- Genre
- Comedy, Drama, Romance
- Length
- 119 pages
This script offers a masterclass in balancing a warm romantic tone with sharp comedic setups, all driven by a central misunderstanding that never feels forced. Study how the writers use the family dynamic to create layered character relationships and slow-burn chemistry, and how the dialogue reveals emotional truth even in absurd situations.
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