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Logline: An old, tired King and an overlooked, bitter Jester swap roles for a day to prove who has the easiest life.

Theme: “The grass is not always greener on the other side”

Genre: Comedy, Medieval

Synopsis: A King, overwhelmed with royal tasks, challenges a mischievous Jester to swap roles for a day. The two, initially confident, come to realize that switching places is not as easy as they thought, and chaos ensues. The townspeople riot, and they must face the outcome by reverting back to their respective roles. They learn to appreciate what they have and share a heartwarming meal together.

Story

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Story Chart

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Character Chart

Jester

King

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King Analysis

Competent, yet fatigued. A King slightly past his prime.
Well-accustomed to the stressors of Royal responsibility, with an underlying wish for distraction.
Stands at 6’2 with a strong frame drooping at the waist from age.
In his King attire, he wears a silken blue shirt, with a red cape falling slightly above his ankles. Blue jewels adorn his clasp and crown.
In his Jester attire, he wears an ill-fitting green and yellow suit, which exposes his belly, and emphasizes his stature.

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King Expressions

Ken Takacs

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Jester Analysis

Confident, middle-aged man.
The King’s personal comedian.

He desires to have a lavish life.
He stands at 5’6”, with rounded features and a proud stance.

In his jester attire, he wears a worn-out yellow & green costume to convey his mischievous nature and experience.

In wearing the King’s attire, the clothing fits comedically on his proportions to demonstrate how displaced he is in the role.

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The Jester

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Jester Expressions

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Height Comparison

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The Throne Room

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The Performance

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The Jester’s Reign

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The Swap Back

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