Colours

[Scene 14]

(At Samantha's home)

MUM - Hi dear! did you get your portrait?

SAMANTHA - No.

DAD - What? but why?

SAMANTHA - It's at the museum art gallery.

ALL - What?!

SAMANTHA - The artist's portrait of me was the best amongst all.

DAD - Woah. That's, that's cool.

SAMANTHA - I know but-

MUM - But what dear?

SAMANTHA - I yelled at that artist, even though he wasn't responsible for putting it on display. I-I didn't know, a-and, poor guy, he went crying back home.

DAD - Ooh. Tough. D-Did you apologize before he left?

SAMANTHA - I-I was too late.

MUM - Oh. Don't worry dear. See, first thing tomorrow you go apologize to him, and um...I think it's good to have your portrait on display.

SAMANTHA - Why?

MUM - Well, if you can't become a model, at least millions of people can adore your beauty right? you'll feel special.

SAMANTHA - Y-You're right, mum.

[Scene 15]

(Next day, at the national art academy)

CHLOE - And I turned around, he wasn't there.

SAMANTHA - Oh, you need to break up with him.

CHLOE - That's what I'm going to do.

SAMANTHA - Oh, he's there (goes to Joey). Hi.

JOEY - (Scared).

SAMANTHA - I-I'm sorry about yelling at you. I-I didn't know.

JOEY - I-It's okay.

SAMANTHA - We're cool?

JOEY - Y-Yes.

CHLOE - Wow, such a shy guy. I thought artists are very expressive.

JOEY - T-They are. Some people, l-like me just choose to keep it to themselves.

CHLOE - Hahaha.

SAMANTHA - I forgot your name.

JOEY - Joey.

SAMANTHA - Samantha.

(they shake hands)

SAMANTHA - If you don't mind, c-could you do another portrait of me?

JOEY - Sure! w-why not. S-Sit down on the stool.

CHLOE - I-I'll stand here.

(Chloe stands at the back of Joey)

(Joey does her portrait. He finishes it)

CHLOE - Wow.

SAMANTHA - Done?

JOEY - Y-Yes.

SAMANTHA - Phew!

CHLOE - It's amazing, look.

SAMANTHA - (Sees it) Wow! i-it's amazing. J-Just like the first one.

JOEY - Y-You really like it?

SAMANTHA - Yes! it's amazing! you know what? (takes out her phone) give me your number. If I, or anyone of my friends and relations want a portrait done. I'll tell them to go to you.

JOEY - O-Okay. Um... 9433 2114.

SAMANTHA - (Types it) Got it. Thank you so much.

JOEY - (Excited) I-I'll be back (goes to the bathroom).

(He drops his wallet)

CHLOE - Hey! you dropped your-

SAMANTHA - He'll be back.

CHLOE - (Checks it out and sees a picture of him with his parents, and is stunned) Woah.

SAMANTHA - Are they-

CHLOE - Yes, yes they are.

JOEY - Hi, I'm back. Um...thanks for dropping by. Hope to meet you soon.

SAMANTHA - Thanks, s-so I can collect it tomorrow?

JOEY - Yes! yes.

SAMANTHA - This time, for me right?

JOEY - Y-Yes.

SAMANTHA - Hahaha. Bye!

JOEY - Bye.

[Scene 16]

(At the museum art gallery. A limo enters)

MARK ZAPFINO - (Enters the museum).

(Public goes wild)

ASSISTANT - Move aside! move aside! he's on a busy schedule!

MARK ZAPFINO - Thank you everyone.

(he enters the art gallery)

MARK ZAPFINO - Right then. Where are the recent displays?

ASSISTANT - (Looking at the brochure) It says it's to the next right. That aisle over there.

MARK ZAPFINO - Right then.

(they reach the aisle)

ASSISTANT - Here we are.

MARK ZAPFINO - Hmm....(viewing them) I'm not pleased with these displays. Nothing fresh.

ASSISTANT - Well....

MARK ZAPFINO - Heh, just look at this piece of junk. It's nothing but abstract art, in the same pattern as other 5 million artists. It's on sale, for $30,000! sucker. You know what, I can't stand them. Why don't you go around and see them for me.

ASSISTANT - Sure sir.

(Mark Zapfino sits down on a chair)

ASSISTANT - (Goes through all of them and is struck by Joey's work) W-Woah, s-so gorgeous (staring at it and snaps awake). S-Sir! take a look at this beauty!

MARK ZAPFINO - It better not be old wine in a new bottle.

ASSISTANT - See.

MARK ZAPFINO - (Stunned by Joey's work. Removes his glasses in shock) My oh my! w-what a beauty! this is it! these are the ones I'm wanting to collect! h-how much is the price?

ASSISTANT - Let me see (checks below) T-There's no price yet.

MARK ZAPFINO - Free?

ASSISTANT - Well um...for now, yes.

MARK ZAPFINO - I need this! w-who's the artist?

ASSISTANT - Joey, of the National Art Academy.

[Scene 17]

(National art academy)

(Joey is working on coloured art)

SENIOR ARTIST - (Coming around and sees Joey) Well, I see you've had a change.

JOEY - Ch-Change?

SENIOR ARTIST - It's quit obvious. You're adding colour to your art.

JOEY - Oh! t-that. Yes, I-I have, haven't I.

SENIOR ARTIST - Yes, and it's rather pleasing me.

(Mark Zapfino and Assistant enter)

SENIOR ARTIST - (Shocked) M-Mark Zapfino!!

ARTISTS - Mark Zapfino!!

(they rush to him, except for Joey who's into his work)

SENIOR ARTIST - W-What brings you about here?

MARK ZAPFINO - I'm here to collect a work of art. It was on display at the art gallery and, I-I don't know what to say about it-

JOEY - (Notices the conversation and pays attention).

MARK ZAPFINO - What's the artist's name again?

ASSISTANT - Joey.

MARK ZAPFINO - Ah yes, Joey! can I see him?

SENIOR ARTIST - Oh yes! Joey! come here!

JOEY - (Shy, and heads over).

MARK ZAPFINO - This young man? produced that? my oh my! what beauty.

JOEY - T-Thank you sir.

MARK ZAPFINO - I-I loved it! I was wondering if I could um...collect your piece.

JOEY - (Stunned).

MARK ZAPFINO - Oh no! not stealing. I'm an art collector you see, well um...a critic too. I want to have a copy of your work.

JOEY - Um...s-sure.

MARK ZAPFINO - Ah good!

JOEY - B-But you have to come tomorrow to collect it. I-I haven't started making copies of it yet.

MARK ZAPFINO - My oh my! you sure you can add the same amount of magic to this too?

JOEY - I painted the original in less than 24 hours. It's a portrait.

MARK ZAPFINO - Wow! I must say, that's really impressive. Well, I'll come tomorrow and collect it.

JOEY - Y-Yes.

MARK ZAPFINO - Thank you sir, I'll be on my way.

(They leave)

SENIOR ARTIST - Well, Joey. Mr. Millions is buying off you tomorrow.

JOEY - Hehehe, yes he is.

SENIOR ARTIST - Well then, you better get to work. You have two orders due tomorrow.

JOEY - You know about that girl Samantha?

SENIOR ARTIST - I overheard.

JOEY - Oh, I see.

[Scene 18]

(At Joey's old home)

(Chloe searches about the house and finds the exact same family photo, which was in Joey's wallet. This photo had him cut out)

MUM - Chloe!

CHLOE - Y-Yes mum?

MUM - Time for dinner!

CHLOE - Coming!

(sits for dinner)

DAD - Chloe, are you okay? you seem a bit dull.

CHLOE - Oh, i-it's nothing dad.

DAD - You sure?

CHLOE - I'm sure.

MUM - Well then, eat up. The heat's killing.

[Scene 19]

(Next day)

JOEY - (On the phone) Hello?

SAMANTHA - (On the phone) Hi um...I'm Samantha.

JOEY - (On the phone) O-Oh yes, you're coming to collect your portrait?

SAMANTHA - (On the phone) Yes, that's why I called to check. Is it ready?

JOEY - (On the phone) Yes.

SAMANTHA - (On the phone) Thank you. I'll be there soon.

(Mark Zapfino enters)

MARK ZAPFINO - Hey! my man, Joey. You have the portrait ready?

JOEY - Y-Yes sir (hands it over to him).

MARK ZAPFINO - Wow! it's perfect. You repeated the magic, once again. Thank you very much. (Sees another copy of the portrait) Joey, there's another copy over there.

JOEY - Oh that. Um...another customer is getting it.

MARK ZAPFINO - Oh I see.

(Samantha and Chloe enter)

SAMANTHA - Hi, Joey!

MARK ZAPFINO - (Turns around and sees her, and is shocked) Wait a minute! (looks at the portrait and at her, back to back) I-Is she-

JOEY - Yes, i-it's her portrait.

MARK ZAPFINO - My goodness! (shakes hands with her) Mark Zapfino. I'm an art collector. I must say, your artist has made you very attractive in this portrait.

SAMANTHA - (Blushes) T-Thank you.

JOEY - Sorry Samantha.

SAMANTHA - For what?

JOEY - I-I forgot to tell you, h-he's taking a copy of your portrait.

SAMANTHA - Oh, okay. I-I'm fine with it.

JOEY - Y-You are?

SAMANTHA - At least you told me right, that's fine, and um...I too know him, as a famous collector.

MARK ZAPFINO - I have two things to say: one for Joey and one for....

SAMANTHA - Samantha.

MARK ZAPFINO - Samantha. First, to Joey: This piece of art deserves all credit and awareness. I want you to have copies of them on sale. The world will love it! what do you say?

JOEY - Um....I-I don't know what to say. I-It's going to go worldwide, I-I need her permission.

(They both turn to Samantha)

SAMANTHA - Well...

CHLOE - Say yes. It'll be cool! the world will know you.

SAMANTHA - Well...okay then.

JOEY - T-Thank you Samantha.

SAMANTHA - Hehehe you're welcome.

MARK ZAPFINO - Second: Samantha, you are gorgeous. Your appearance says that, your portrait says that, pretty soon the world will be saying that. Why don't you try modeling?

SAMANTHA - Oh, about that. I uh...I do want to become one. I sent in my entry forms to people, along with my photo but...they never got back. I just gave up, I'm going to go follow my qualification, which is business.

MARK ZAPFINO - Well, don't give up now. Just look at it this way, as soon as this image of you is recognized by the world. They'll fall for your beauty, and I can already see that happening. With your beauty, and this artist's touch of magic, nothing can shatter your dreams. I say you give it a go, I promise you that you'll be getting several modeling contracts from here onwards. What do you say?

SAMANTHA - Well, okay then!

MARK ZAPFINO - That's the spirit. I'll be on my way. Thank you!

ALL - Bye!

JOEY - Thank you Samantha.

SAMANTHA - Thank you Joey.

JOEY - You're the reason for my fame.

SAMANTHA - So are you.

(Chloe and Samantha scream in excitement)

GIRLS - Ah!! I'm so, excited!

ARTISTS - Ehem.

GIRLS - Oh um...sorry.

SAMANTHA - Joey, you must come to my place now. I need you to meet my parents.

JOEY - For what?

SAMANTHA - You! silly, you're painting my dreams, my future. Come with me.

JOEY - Well I uh have work to-

SAMANTHA - Oh, just come.

(They both drag him)

[Scene 20]

(At Samantha's house)

MUM - Hi there, come on in.

SAMANTHA - That's my mum.

JOEY - Oh um...hi.

MUM - Come, make yourself at home.

DAD - Hey girls! who's the new guy?

SAMANTHA - Mum, dad, I want you to meet, Joey. He's the artist I was talking about.

DAD - Oh wow.

SAMANTHA - And look at this portrait!! isn't it amazing?

PARENTS - Wow! j-just. You're gorgeous.

MUM - Honey, how much make-up did you wear?

SAMANTHA - I didn't wear much. He made me look more attractive.

MUM - Woo! I must say you've done a good job young man.

DAD - Well, why is he here?

SAMANTHA - About that. You know the famous art collector?-

DAD - Mark Zapfino?

SAMANTHA - Yes. He came today and talked to both of us.

MUM - You did what now?!

SAMANTHA - We met! and had a chat!

CHLOE - I was there too!

DAD - That's amazing!

SAMANTHA - And he got a copy of my portrait.

DAD - That is even more amazing.

SAMANTHA - Wait! there's more. My portrait copy is going to be on sale worldwide!

MUM - Shut up!

SAMANTHA - I'm serious! me! worldwide!

PARENTS - Wow!! (they hug her)

MUM - This is amazing dear. I mean, hey! you still have a chance of becoming a model!

SAMANTHA - I know. So many people were drooling over my portrait back there.

DAD - This is just great. You got the golden ticket.

SAMANTHA - I know, and it's all thanks to this guy.

DAD - Thank you so much for helping my daughter.

MUM - She's always like, I want to be a model! model! nya nya nya!

SAMANTHA - Mum!

MUM - Oh okay dear. So yes, finally she's getting the spotlight. Thank you, and I hope your fame grows too.

JOEY - T-Thanks (tears).

SAMANTHA - A-Are you okay?

JOEY - (Tears) Y-Yes, I-I'm okay. Just um....i-it's been quite a while, when I was last with my family.

CHLOE - (Gets interested in his talk).

JOEY - Watching how your family is, just (tears) I-I can't say-

SAMANTHA - Oh it's okay.

MUM - (Tears).

DAD - Why are you crying?

MUM - J-Just, his innocence. I-It's priceless.

SAMANTHA - Don't worry. You know what, drop by here any time you want.

DAD - Yes, yes, definitely. You paint my daughter's future, you're forever welcome.

JOEY - T-Thank you.

SAMANTHA - Here, I'll text my number.

(Joey's phone rings)

JOEY - G-Got it.

SAMANTHA - All better?

JOEY - Y-Yes.

CHLOE - (Thinking hard).

[Scene 21]

(At Joey's place)

(Joey gets down, and starts producing copies of the portraits. He pictures her face in his head and paints them. He enjoyed painting them)

JOEY - (On his bed, thinking about her) (Narrating) I've never felt any better. My fame rose up, her dreams are becoming reality, my love for her grew. So what if I don't have family and friends who know me. At least I have this lucky charm, to satisfy my hunger and thirst.

[Scene 22]

(Next Day. Joey's work is on sale)

(Public rush in to view the work and buy it)

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - Wow! s-she's gorgeous. Excuse me! c-can I have the artist's phone number?

CASHIER - Yes.

JOEY - (On the phone) Hello?

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - (On the phone) Hi um...is this Joey?

JOEY - (On the phone) Yes, Can I help you?

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - (On the phone) I loved your portrait! I-I'm calling from the United States. I loved it to bits.

JOEY - (On the phone) Oh um...t-thank you.

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - (On the phone) If you don't mind, c-could you give me the portrait girl's number? d-do you have it?

JOEY - (On the phone) Oh yes.

[Scene 23]

(Samantha's house)

SAMANTHA - (On the phone) Hello?

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - (On the phone) Yes, um....are you the portrait girl?

SAMANTHA - (On the phone) Portrait girl?

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - (On the phone) You know um...the gorgeous girl, whose portrait is gaining fame all around the world.

SAMANTHA - (On the phone and excited) Yes! t-that's me!

(Parents react and come near her)

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - (On the phone) Boy! you are simply gorgeous! sorry, forgot to introduce myself. I'm a modeling supervisor from Glamor, I-I was hoping if you'd like to-

SAMANTHA - (On the phone) Me? modeling?

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - (On the phone) Yes.

SAMANTHA - (On the phone) Yes!! thank you! thanks a lot! it's a dream come true!

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - (On the phone) Well? when do you want to start?

SAMANTHA - (On the phone) Um....could you hold on for a minute. Mum, Dad!! I'm going to become a model!!

PARENTS - Yes!! you did it!

SAMANTHA - And it's from Glamor! United States.

MUM - Go for it.

SAMANTHA - (On the phone) Anytime, w-when should I be there?

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - (On the phone) Anytime next week. Just one request. If you could get your full body portrait done before that, it'll be great. I want to get a glimpse of your physique.

SAMANTHA - (On the phone) O-Okay sir. I will.

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - (On the phone) See you in show-biz.

SAMANTHA - Yes!!

[Scene 24]

(National art academy)

SAMANTHA - (Enters) Joey?

JOEY - Y-Yes?

SAMANTHA - Thank you so much. I got a modeling contract! (hugs him).

JOEY - (Shocked, and hugs her back).

SAMANTHA - You're the best. You may not be just an artist, you're a good friend.

JOEY - I-I'm glad you got the offer.

SAMANTHA - And at my favourite modeling company. Just one more thing to it. They asked for a full body portrait of me, so...

JOEY - S-Sure, why not.

(they set up for the portrait)

JOEY - (Admires her physique and finishes the portrait) d-done.

SAMANTHA - Cool! can I see?

JOEY - Here.

SAMANTHA - W-Wow!! you are amazing. I'm dead serious.

JOEY - Y-You like it?

SAMANTHA - No!

JOEY - (Silent).

SAMANTHA - I love it!

JOEY - Oh! I-I got scared.

SAMANTHA - Hahaha, funny guy.

JOEY - Well um...see you tomorrow for collection.

SAMANTHA - Right then! bye!

JOEY - Bye, sugar.

SAMANTHA - Sugar?

JOEY - Whoops! s-sorry, I-I meant Samantha.

SAMANTHA - Hehehe (leaves).

JOEY - Phew! that was close.

[Scene 25]

(Glamor company)

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - So yes, I contacted Samantha, and she's coming to join us in a week's time.

CHAIRMAN - That's great.

ZAYN - Sir, um...c-can I take a look at the portrait?

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - Why sure, here she is (shows it to him).

ALL - Wow! s-she's gorgeous.

CHAIRMAN - How much did it cost?

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - $50,000.

ALL - Woah!

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - There goes my 6 months salary.

ZAYN - (Admires the portrait) W-When is she joining us?

M. SUPERVISOR 1 - In a week.

ZAYN - Hmm....(excited and runs off).

[Scene 26]

(Next day)

SAMANTHA - Thanks for the portrait.

JOEY - My pleasure. When are you going to join Glamor?

SAMANTHA - Next week.

JOEY - (Stunned) N-Next week?

SAMANTHA - Yes, apparently. So um....I'm settling there. I've got a career y'know.

JOEY - Oh, I-I see.

SAMANTHA - Well, forget the distance. We'll keep in touch. We have each others numbers. Friends?

JOEY - (Shakes hands) Friends.

SAMANTHA - Well um...I think this is the last of each other, in person. Bye (leaves).

JOEY - (Sad) Bye.