Logline

• Setting: her bedroom
• Character: Mia, Leo, Olivia and Ethan
• Plot: Mia, transforms her struggle with bulimia and public betrayal into a powerful force for healing by creating an anonymous therapy app, ultimately confronting her past and inspiring others through her resilience and innovation.

• Conflict: Mia's past struggles with bulimia are publicly exposed by her jealous friend Olivia, leading to a series of betrayals and challenges as Mia tries to rebuild her life and reputation through her innovative therapy app.
• Point-of-view: 3rd pov

Key points

Exposition: In a small town, lifelong friends Mia and Leo become entangled with siblings Olivia and Ethan, creating a web of complex relationships.

Inciting Incident: At Mia's 13th birthday, a jealous Olivia publicly reveals Mia's battle with bulimia, devastating Mia's trust and reputation.

Rising Action: Mia moves to New York to avoid the scandal, creates "BetterFly," an app for anonymous therapy, and unknowingly forms a deep connection with Ethan, who goes by "WiseOwl."

Crisis: Ethan, caught between his sister's demands for loyalty and his admiration for Mia, leaks altered images that jeopardize Mia's reputation and her app's credibility.

Climax: The scandal peaks as the leaked images cause a media frenzy, pushing Mia to the brink of fleeing the country to escape the renewed public scrutiny.

In Act 1



Mia, a young woman dealing with body dysmorphia and social anxiety, lives in a futuristic world and interacts with others through a digital persona represented by a rabbit mask. While browsing on her screen, Mia discovers an advertisement for an app development course. Despite her reservations due to her social anxiety, she decides to enroll and learn on her own. This decision marks the beginning of her journey towards personal and professional growth.

In Act 2

Mia witnesses the success of her app and reflects on her achievements from within her home. As she reviews her app's analytics, she feels a sense of accomplishment yet remains aware of a personal void. A new, meaningful connection emerges when a user, deeply moved by her app, reaches out. This interaction evolves over several weeks, shifting from professional admiration to personal significance, suggesting the potential for a deeper relationship.

In Act 3

Mia and the man she has connected with through her app reach a pivotal moment. The man reveals his true self by removing his digital filters, demonstrating his trust and sincerity. Mia, inspired but still battling her insecurities, initially struggles with the idea of revealing her own true self. Encouraged by the app's analysis and supportive words, she confronts her fears. Eventually, Mia decides to remove her mask and disable her digital filters, accepting her true appearance and identity. This act of vulnerability leads both of them to agree to meet in person and begin a journey together, embracing a future filled with hope and mutual understanding.

Mia



Mia, a 20-year-old psychology student, overcame a personal crisis by moving to New York and creating "BetterFly," a therapy app designed to provide anonymous support. Her journey from betrayal to innovation in mental health reflects her resilience and commitment to helping others through technology.

Leo

Leo is Mia's lifelong friend, known for his unwavering loyalty and hidden romantic feelings for her. He initially plans to confess his love during Mia's 13th birthday, but the plan is disrupted by a scandal. Throughout the story, Leo remains a steadfast supporter, helping Mia confront and overcome her challenges. His actions are crucial in proving Mia's innocence and helping her reclaim her narrative, which deepens their bond and leads to their eventual engagement. Leo's character embodies loyalty and dependable support.

Olivia

Olivia Parker, 21, moved to Mia and Leo's hometown with her brother, Ethan. She befriended Mia primarily to get closer to Leo, whom she has feelings for. While Olivia appears socially adept and ambitious, her underlying motives sometimes lead to manipulative behavior, particularly in how she deals with Mia. Her complex mix of charm and competitive nature often puts her at the center of social dynamics, occasionally resulting in tension and conflict.

Ethan

Ethan Parker, 22, is an introspective and analytical individual, initially distant from his peers. Driven by familial loyalty, he betrays Mia by making her private struggles public, complicating her life significantly.

Script

Scene 1: Childhood Memories

• Location: Elmwood, open field
• Action: Young Mia and Leo catching butterflies, establishing their lifelong friendship.

Scene 2: Introduction of Olivia and Ethan

• Location: Elmwood School playground
• Action: Olivia watches Leo and Mia from a distance, while Ethan reads alone under a tree.

Scene 3: Leo’s Plan

• Location: Leo's house
• Action: Leo preparing a slideshow for Mia’s birthday, showing his unspoken love.

Scene 4: Mia’s 13th Birthday Party Begins

• Location: Mia's backyard
• Action: Guests gathering, Mia excited, party in full swing.

Scene 5: Slideshow Presentation

• Location: Mia's backyard, evening
• Action: Leo starts the slideshow; guests are touched by the gesture.

Scene 6: Olivia’s Betrayal

• Location: Same as Scene 5
• Action: Olivia interrupts the slideshow, reveals Mia’s struggle with bulimia using her phone, shocking everyone.

Scene 7: Aftermath of the Revelation

• Location: Mia's bedroom
• Action: Mia devastated, her parents comforting her, decides to move to New York.

Scene 8: Mia in New York

• Location: New York, Mia’s grandmother's apartment
• Action: Mia adjusting to city life, introspective moments.

Scene 9: Therapy Session Inspiration

• Location: Therapist's office in New York
• Action: Mia in session gets the idea for BetterFly.

Scene 10: Development of BetterFly

• Location: Mia’s workspace
• Action: Mia designing the app, coding, and testing the digital masks.

Scene 11: Connection with WiseOwl

• Location: Mia’s living room, night
• Action: Mia, as Mariposa, chatting with WiseOwl, deep emotional exchange.

Scene 12: Crisis

• Location: Mia’s office
• Action: Ethan, pressured by Olivia, leaks manipulated images of Mia.

Scene 13: Media Frenzy

• Location: Various (newspapers, TV, online)
• Action: News spreading fast, Mia’s reputation under fire.

Scene 14: Leo’s Intervention

• Location: Mia’s apartment
• Action: Leo shows evidence of the manipulated images, convinces Mia to stand her ground.

Scene 15: Public Address and Resolution

• Location: Public stage, day of the award ceremony
• Action: Mia delivers a powerful speech about her journey, surrounded by supporters. Leo is there, holding her hand.

Final Scene: New Beginnings

• Location: Mia and Leo's New York apartment, sunset
• Action: Mia and Leo watching the sunset, engaged, butterflies in the breeze, Mia’s voiceover about hope and resilience.

THE END...