Comment from Ric Myworld

Exceptional

Great way to start off my day, wanting to beat Howard's arse and see if he feels any differently about how things will heal and just how okay everything will be. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 05-Apr-2021

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reply by the author on 05-Apr-2021

Haha! Thank you, Ric! I do appreciate your support, more than you know, and your chartreuse cross graces my mantle. Thanks again.

Comment from RGstar

Excellent

Once again Jay, exceptional dialogue which normalises the whole as if second nature, and not really a script. If one can get lost within, without trying to pinpoint the technical aspects, all the better. Always relaxed within your writing, whatever the form.
My best.
I hope these will go on to something.
Best wishes.
RG

 Comment Written 05-Apr-2021

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reply by the author on 05-Apr-2021

Your gracious support is always appreciated, RG. Thank you so much for your continued kindness.

Comment from Rdfrdmom2

Excellent

Jay:

Howard sounds like the kind of man who can only deal with things that are perfect - or near-perfect. He is angry with the world because he feels he got dealt a bad hand when it comes to his son. What a jerk Howard is. Just because a kid is on the spectrum does not mean he does not have feelings. Tolo needs to kick that bastard to the curb (of course, how would she take care of herself and her son if she did?).

Rdfrdmom2

Rdfrdmom2

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2021

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reply by the author on 05-Apr-2021

True, Jan, on all counts. Thank you for summing up Howard's character flaws. I don't think Toloache would kick him to the curb even if he had no money. She kind of loves the jerk. Thanks for the shiny stars and your support as I write these scenes.

Comment from lancellot

Exceptional

This was great scene. I half expected Cornelius to play something on the piano, that would have amazed his parents. We have been told about Cornelius, but other than an odd speech. We haven't seen his genius or issues.

I agree with Howard, it is odd given how much Cornelius mother care for him that he is in pubic school. Why not a private specialized school or private tutor? They are rich.

I guess that answer is coming.

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2021

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reply by the author on 05-Apr-2021

Yes, an answer should be forthcoming as soon as I come up with one. Keep in mind this is the early '50s. There were no specialized schools for his condition. We'll learn more of his musical abilities, which his parents are well aware of. :Lance, thanks for the six stars. I had a hunch you would enjoy this more than the first (overly stage-directed) act.

Comment from Judy Lawless

Excellent

This is shaping into an interesting story that addresses a condition that is quite common, yet until recent years, was dealt with as a form of mental retardation. I'm happy that the mother loves and does her best to help her son. The father is a cold and heartless jerk.

I look forward to reading more of the script.

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2021

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reply by the author on 04-Apr-2021

Thank you, Judy. I hope to explore the mind of the autistic child from different levels and perspectives, including the subjective, but I don't know yet how I'm going to bring it off. Thanks again, for your support.

Comment from bhogg

Excellent

Jay, I'm enjoying your scripts. This is the second that I've read and am looking forward to following this story. I know nothing of script writing, so have no helpful comments. I know that the lively dialog itself helps me see much of things. Bill

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2021

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reply by the author on 04-Apr-2021

Thank you, Bill. I'm not a script writer either. This should be viewed more as a play than a TV or movie script. There are some differences, but generally the play is cleaner with less stage directions (which I blew in the first scene). I appreciate your support in my effort.

Comment from padumachitta

Excellent

hey There

This is surely moving along well. I am not sure I like either of the pissant parents. The kid, well of ourse I like him.
I am looking forward to where this is all gonna go.
And sorry no six this time, I got caught out with reading and gave the flipping things away too soon...so next time...ok?

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2021

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reply by the author on 04-Apr-2021

Don't even worry about the six. Your reviews are glory enough!

Comment from Seshadri_Sreenivasan

Excellent

I am trying to understand this style of writing. I find the names of characters (barring Howard:) confusing to my untrained mind. I could follow the scene and the dialogue. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2021

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reply by the author on 04-Apr-2021

Sorry about the names. They are significant. Google Toloache and let your poetic intuition work with it. Cornelius is unfamiliar because it isn't in common usage today. When you see Cililla Queez, think of "soliloquy (s)" and how that fits with her role.

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

Well, I am wondering what will happen next. I know how this is handled in the public school system with the many Federal Laws that we must follow. I can't wait for more.

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2021

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reply by the author on 04-Apr-2021

Ah, but keep in mind this took place in the early 50s, with much less Federal restraints. I'm sure I'll still cross over a few lines, LOL.

Comment from Leann DS

Excellent

This script is great! I can see the entire scene playing out as I read. Howard is such a dick. I hope she leaves him. Well done, and blessings to you.

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2021

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reply by the author on 04-Apr-2021

But wait! Howard owns half the world! Maybe she should wait a while. He may change. Thanks, Leann, for your kind words.