PROLOGUE

EXT. POOLSIDE / MANSION - NIGHT 1 1

TIMELINE: London, 1985. *
A boy, (Black, sevenish) is peering through a half-open
door wide eyes and afraid. In a swimming pool, LEON (Male *
30's, BlackBrit, fit) is struggling to resuscitate a woman. *
Frantic, the man tries again then slowly stops the man. The
boy moves away from the door as the man turns, wet,
exhausted and looks at him.
DISSOLVE TO:
INT. REGISTRY OFFICE. DAY 2 2
CHARLES (male, 30's BritCarib, good looks) and GINIKA *
(Female, African, late 20's, Elegant) stand side by side *
facing the REGISTRAR, (Female, English, Stern looking) as
she spells out her words lucidly. A relaxed smile plays on
Charles' face. She is smiling, absentmindedly twiddling her
fingers.
REGISTRAR
If any one can show just cause,
why these two may not lawfully be
joined together, let them now
speak, or else hereafter for ever
hold their peace.
As she speaks, CHIWETEL, (African male 30's, tall, dark,
good looks) is smiling and tapping a silent beat with his
hands on his thighs.
REGISTRAR (CONT'D)
By the power invested in me...
Chiwetel smiles. *
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EXT. REGISTRY CAR PARK. DAY 3 3
Charles and Ginika walk towards Chiwetel who is leaning
against an expensive car, smiling. Ginika's expression
changes as she approaches. Charles and Chiwetel hug *
briefly. As Charles turns to Ginika, she holds out her hand
formerly, forcing a smile. Charles smiles back then takes *
her hand.
CHIWETEL
Thanks for everything.
CHARLES
My pleasure. (his phone rings)
Excuse me.
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(CONTINUED)
He moves away as Chiwetel puts his arm around Ginika whose
expression has changed drastically. She rips off her
wedding ring, stepping back.
GINIKA
That ceremony in there was the
hardest thing I've ever done.
CHIWETEL
It's nothing. Everybody does it.
(beat) It's the only way.
GINIKA
Nothing? Stand in front of the
law and promise to be a man's
wife without even knowing his
middle name?
CHIWETEL
Charles has a British passport.
When you get your documents, you
divorce him and we get married,
for real.
GINIKA
Was this your plan when we left
Nigeria...
Chiwetel tries to interrupt her.
CHIWETEL
Ginikanwa, you're the love of
my life..... This is for...
GINIKA,
...For me to enter an
arranged marriage?
CHIWETEL
No. Of course not. No. Beat -
changing tone) I lost my job.
GINIKA
What?
CHIWETEL
There was an immigration raid at
the council office. I hid. If I
go back, they'll ask for my
passport.
GINIKA
When were you planning to tell
me?
CHIWETEL
That doesn't matter for now. We
need Charles.
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(CONTINUED)
They turn to see Charles grinning at them? There's an
uncomfortable silence. Ginika tries to calm down.
GINIKA
I'm just worried about the
implications of what we just did.
Charles is calm.
CHARLES
It's fine. I'm happy to do it.
You're like family. (Beat),
Chuwee, you can take my car, I'll *
catch up with you later and pick *
it up.
CHIWETEL
No worries man, Thanks again.
Charles shakes Chiwetel's hand and as he turns to open the *
door, Charles plants a kiss on Ginika's cheek and leaves, a *
sneaky grin on his face. She is shocked and turns to *
Chiwetel who didn't notice. *
CUT TO:
EXT. LONDON STREET. - EVENING 4 4
(WS) The moon is full in the sky. Four men in identical
dark bomber jackets get out of a car and head for...the
Pub.
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INT. OLD-FASHIONED PUBLIC HOUSE. - EVENING 5 5
The pub LANDLORD is totting up figures on the cash
register. NKECHI (Female late 20's, African, tall slim) is
cleaning the bar and putting away drinking glasses. LEON
(now in his late 50s) is nursing a drink and staring
straight at her. He looks in very good shape physically.
He's wearing an expensive looking blazer and a neckerchief.
The light catches his heavy gold watch as he lifts his
drink. Nkechi senses the ogling, turns round, sees him,
smiles and continues her job. LEON walks towards her. *
Suddenly the men in bomber jackets run into the building.
Two of them jump over the bar, making for the inner rooms.
Another makes for the toilets past Leon and a visibly
panicked Nkechi. LEON notices and quickly grabs her in an
embrace. The Landlord watches them in surprise. One of the *
men walks up to them and flashes a badge.
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(CONTINUED)
IMMIGRATION MAN
Immigration.
LEON *
And what can we do for you?
He doesn't answer, he turns back to Landlord.
IMMIGRATION MAN
You know it's an offence to
employ illegal immigrants.
LANDLORD
And you have found any of them on
my premises?
IMMIGRATION MAN
We've got our sources.
He looks around, his gaze landing on Nkechi, who is tightly
holding LEON. Leon whispers to her and she laughs nervously
as he kisses her.
LANDLORD
If you're about finished...
IMMIGRATION MAN
Good evening gentlemen, and lady.
He walks off with his colleagues and takes out a phone as
he reaches the door.
IMMIGRATION MAN (CONT'D)
Negative...
Nkechi hangs on to Leon still petrified. She starts crying. *
LEON
Are you okay?
NKECHI
I think so sir. (turning to
Landlord) Can I get my things?
Landlord nods. *
LANDLORD
I guess so.
Nkechi disappears round the counter. *
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INT. CHARLES'S CAR / STREET BY CHARLES'S FLAT - NIGHT 6 6 *
The car pulls up and parks. Chiwetel walks around to open *
the door for Ginika.
CHIWETEL
I'm renting a flat in South
London so you can move in with
me.
GINIKA
I'll have to think about this.
CHIWETEL
What's there to think about?
Ginika steps out and holds out her left hand, pointing to
her ring finger.
CHIWETEL (CONT'D)
Oh, that.
Chiwetel is a bit discomfited. Ginika notices this and
leans closer to him.
GINIKA ,
I called home.
CHIWETEL
How are your parents?
GINIKA
They're fine. (beat) You know,
the inevitable came up...
Ginika stretches out her fingers, looking at them. Chiwetel
reaches out and strokes them.
CHIWETEL
And you told them the matter is
in hand.
GINIKA
Of course. (Cheekily) Why don't
you stick an engagement...? *
(tapping her ring finger) I'll
take a picture and send it to my
parents.
Ginika gets up and heads off towards the flats, hips *
swaying seductively. Chiwetel chases after her.
CHIWETEL
You know I don't like all those
nine carat things they sell in
the high street.
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(CONTINUED)
When I get proper money, I intend
to give you a correct ring
befitting the most beautiful girl
in the world... That is, you.
GINIKA
Hhmm. Okay o. And how much will a
ring like that cost?
CHIWETEL
I can't tell you that. Let's just
say, there'll be a lot of zeroes
in the price.
GINIKA
Like one point zero zero zero
zero zero?
CHIWETEL
Ah ah! Of course not.
GINIKA
I'll wear the ring Charles gave
me.
CHIWETEL
You mean the ring that I paid
for?
GINIKA
Yes. The ring you paid for.
CHIWETEL
I wouldn't want you wearing it
around. It could give the wrong
impression.
Before Ginika can respond Charles walks up behind them.
CHARLES
Hi, guys.
They turn to see Charles walk up to them.
GINIKA
Hello, Charles.
CHIWETEL
Hello Mr Springer.
CHARLES
That's quite formal.
CHIWETEL
Respect to you, man. You're *
giving us a new life. *
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CHIWETEL (CONT'D)
(CONTINUED)
Chiwetel pull charles to the corner away from Ginika. *
CHIWETEL (CONT'D) *
I'm really grateful, man. *
CHARLES *
What for? *
CHIWETEL *
What do you mean, 'what for?' *
Because of you, Ginika and I will *
become citizens soon. No amount- *
CHARLES *
Listen, it's not about money. *
Chiwetel reaches into his pocket and pulls out a wad of *
money. He pushes it into charles hand. *
CHIWETEL *
Three years is a long time. I *
want this to be a business *
arrangement. *
CHARLES *
But, we're friends. *
CHIWETEL *
And I want us to remain friends. *
That's why this has to be a *
strict business arrangement. *
CHARLES *
Okay but, you'll do the same for *
me. *
CHIWETEL *
And why would I want to marry a *
bloke? *
Charles is perplexed and then, gets the joke. They both *
start laughing and return to where Ginika is standing. *
GINIKA
(to Charles) This is where you *
live? *
CHARLES
Yep. Personal choice. *
Chiwetel announces proudly. *
CHIWETEL
She's moving in with me in South
London.
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(CONTINUED)
CHARLES
Oh really?
Ginika gives Chiwetel a look but doesn't say anything.
Charles notices.
CHARLES (CONT'D)
You know, I've been reading up on
this arrangement. They say the
authorities carry out checks to
see if the couple are staying
together.
Ginika pauses, looking at Chiwetel.
CHARLES (CONT'D)
(laughing) No. No. No. At least
you need to know where I live. I
think...
GINIKA
Chiwetel...?
CHIWETEL
(shrugging and laughing) we have
to do what we have to do.
He tosses the keys to Charles.
CUT TO:
INT. HOTEL ROOM - NIGHT 7 7
Nkechi is dancing with Leon. She radiates happiness. Leon's
smile is very wide too. The music comes to an end. Leon
kisses her and picks up a glass of orange juice. Nkechi,
looks at it, then at her own glass of wine puzzled. Leon
smiles.
LEON
To my new bride. I want to enjoy
your company for a very long
time. No alcohol. Okay, moderate *
alcohol *
HE kisses her and she swoons in his arms. Her eyes pop open
as she remembers, breaking the kiss.
NKECHI
Can I make a phone call?
Leon hands her a phone. *
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CHIWETEL'S BEDSIT. - MOMENTS LATER 8 8 *
Ginika is lounging on a sofa with a laptop on her lap
nibbling as she scrolls through a 'Directgov' website with
the title 'Getting married or forming a civil partnership'.
Chiwetel is sitting on the floor, playing a game on his
smartphone. Ginika's phone rings.
She looks at the caller ID.
GINIKA
Hello! (beat) Nk! (beat) Where
are you?' (beat) Ba what?
(beat) NK! Congrats, my sister. I *
hail you!, Okay later now. Call
me oo.
Ginika hangs up clutching her phone and staring into the *
distance. Pause.
CHIWETEL
What was it? *
GINIKA
Nkechi. (Beat) From Barbados.
CHIWETEL
Ba what?
GINIKA
Exactly what I said. She got
married there.
CHARLES
Your friend got married in
Barbados?
GINIKA
Yes, to her millionaire
boyfriend.
CHIWETEL
Her ship has landed. I bet she
considers herself the luckiest
girl in the world right now.
Ginika gives him a look.
Fade to Black
FADE UP
INT. MANSION - DAY 9 9
Nkechi is giggling as she runs into a large bed room. Leon
comes in, trying to corner her.
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(CONTINUED)
He's carrying an open bottle of wine. Nkechi is cornered
and falls on the bed in submission, still giggling. Leon
takes a gulp of the wine, places the bottle on a table and
approaches Nkechi in a daze.
He grabs her arms softly, then pulls her up. She leans
forward, eyes half closed for a kiss. Leon lets go of her
hands and slaps her face. Nkechi's eyes open in shock.
Before she can react anymore, Leon grabs her and starts
kissing her. She eventually relaxes to the kiss and puts
her trembling arms around him. *
She turns to stare at the bottle of wine. *
CUT TO:
EXT. PARK. - DAY 10 10
Ginika and Nkechi are sitting on park benches. Pigeons
flutter around, hoping for crumbs. Nkechi looks glamorous,
holding out a left hand with a huge rock on it. Ginika is
suitably impressed.
NKECHI
You're now looking at Mrs.
Springer.
GINIKA
give me gist, details, details. *
She pokes Nkechi on her arm.
NKECHI
Stop it. (Jokingly) Anyway, his
wife died a long time ago. He
needs company. I needed papers.
GINIKA
Nk baby! But, he's much older.
NKECHI
(with a mischievous wink) I'm not
complaining.
GINIKA
I'm so happy for you.
NKECHI
All I have to do is look at
anything for more than five
seconds (Clicking her finger)
and he'll buy it. You have to
come and see my house. *
Rasing her finger to pause.
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(CONTINUED)
NKECHI (CONT'D)
No, not my house, my mansion.
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EXT. STREET - DAY 11 11 *
Chiwetel walks out of a pawn shop and heads towards
Charles's car. He's about to open the door, UJU (late 20's, *
African in a tight fitting corporate dress, high boots & *
heavy makeup) walks up to him excitedly.
UJU
Chuwee! Chiwetel, is this you? *
Chiwetel is taken aback for a moment, then recognizes her *
CHIWETEL
Er...Oh! Uju! *
Uju is busy admiring the car, she stands back looking at
Chiwetel and striking all sorts of tempting poses against *
the car. *
UJU
Wow Chuwee, You've certainly done
very well for yourself.
CHIWETEL
Oh, that! Its not mine. *
UJU
Really, you expect me to believe
that. (tossing her head back *
seductively)
CHIWETEL
Its been a long time Uju,..
UJU
Too long Chuwee. I'm just heading *
home from work and I just *
thought; Ah, that's Chuwee now. *
Chiwetel notices her work tag on a strap around her neck. *
CHIWETEL
Really, you work at the... Home *
office? *
UJU
Oh yes you know, we have to pay *
the bills right, and you? *
Chiwetel opens the door of the car trying to avoid the *
question. *
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(CONTINUED)
CHIWETEL *
Oh just between jobs right now, I *
came out to pick up some stuff *
for Ginika. *
UJU *
Ah, Ginika How is she?, 'Been a *
while. You mean... *
Uju gestures. *
CHIWETEL *
..we are still together? Of
course, Shes always been the one. *
Uju draws closer to the window. *
UJU
Just like the school days right. *
We should meet for lunch or *
something, It's been a while. *
Chiwetel is not convinced its a good idea, but smiles. *
CHIWETEL *
Sure, sure. I have to run now *
though. Hope you enjoy the rest *
of your day. *
He starts the car.
UJU *
Tell Ginika I said hello. *
Chiwetel pulls away, smiling. Uju watches him *
contemplating.
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INT. MANSION - NIGHT 12 12
Nkechi is enjoying her elegant Mansion, walking around and
getting comfortable. She tries a door but its locked. She
moves on to the next which is open. She pauses and returns
to the locked door.
Curiosity gets the better of her and she returns to the
door, trying it again. She looks around for a key. She sees
the key to another door and tries it.
After several keys the lock opens. She stand and stares at
it, then opens the closet to find pictures. She reaches for
one in a golden frame.
As she looks at the photo, she nearly drops the frame in
shock. Staring.
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(CONTINUED)
Its a picture of a woman that looks exactly like Ginika, in
80s dress. Beside her is a younger Leon and a young boy. As
the realization hits her the photo frame slips from her
hand.
She is shocked again when LEON appears behind her and
quickly catches the photo.
Leon turns to her with rage filled eyes. As she makes to
get up, he grabs her by the neck. Nkechi grabs his hand
gasping for air.
Fade to Black
FADE UP
INT. MANSION. - DAY 13 13 *
Nkechi is sitting in front of a mirror trying to hide her
bruises with a concealer. Leon walks in. She flinches and
stops what she's doing. He walks over, lifting her chin, he
gently strokes her face.
LEON
There's a reason that closet is
locked.
Nkechi doesn't say anything. She just stares at herself in
the mirror. A tear drops. Leon strokes it off, smudging her
make up.
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EXT. MANSION. - DAY 14 14
Ginika gets out of a minicab and pays the driver. She
checks for the right house number She walks through the *
gate to the house. She steps back and admires it. She *
notices the several cars in the driveway. She walks to the *
front door, sees a bell and presses it. *
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INT. MANSION - DAY 15 15
Leon is leaning very close to a trembling Nkechi,
whispering in her ear.
LEON
I want you to have a good life.
(closer to her face) you don't
want to go back to Nigeria in a
box, do you?
The Bell rings.
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(CONTINUED)
LEON (CONT'D)
This will be our little secret.
He gets up, fishes out a credit card and slaps it on the
dressing table.
LEON (CONT'D)
Treat yourself to something nice.
And get Dr. Venn to check that
bruise.
He turns and walks off. Nkechi looks at him through the
mirror. As the door shuts, the bell rings again. She picks
up the credit card.
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EXT. MANSION - DAY 16 16
Ginika is still pressing the bell. Nkechi comes running
round the corner wearing dark glasses. She grabs Ginika in *
a hug.
GINIKA
Nk, your house is gorgeous. See
cars. Do you have guests?
NKECHI
No.
GINIKA
All these are yours?
NKECHI
Mmh.
GINIKA
I can't wait to see inside.
NKECHI
Not now. We're going shopping.
GINIKA
Shopping can wait. I want to see.
NKECHI
Nne, trust me. Let's go.
She pushes a baffled Ginika to one of the cars in the
driveway and opens the passenger door for her.
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INT. SHOP. - DAY 17 17
Nkechi is trying out dresses and shoes. Ginika is the
judge. After some time, Nkechi convinces Ginika to try some
out, including a very high-heeled pair of shoes. They
giggle like schoolgirls as she teeters on them. Ginika
takes a dress from a shop assistant and goes off to change
while Nkechi decides which ones to pay for.
GINIKA
What do you think?
Nkechi looks up, freezes. She remembers Ginika in this same
dress and afro wig in the mansion pictures. She goes
mental. She practically rips the dress off Ginika's body as
she screams. Ginika is confused. The shop assistants grab
Nkechi to stop her denuding a stunned Ginika completely.
Nkechi is taken to a chair as she sobs uncontrollably.
Ginika squats by her, trying to understand what happened.
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NKECHI'S CAR. - CONTINUOUS 18 18
The two women climb in and buckle up. Nkechi sets her
satnav.
NKECHI
Nne, I'm so sorry about what
happened in there. *
Ginika notices the bruise on her face
GINIKA
NK, what is this?
Nkechi tries to smile. *
NKECHI
Oh, I bumped into some furniture *
. You know I'm still getting used *
to the house. (Beat) I'm feeling *
very emotional and quite *
vulnerable.
GINIKA
Are you pregnant?
NKECHI
No. Of course not.
GINIKA
What do you mean by 'of course
not'? You're a married woman.
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(CONTINUED)
If Chiwetel were to marry me now,
I believe I'll have a baby 40 *
weeks later.
They both laugh.
They drive briefly in silence. Nkechi looks at the ring on *
Ginika's hand. *
NKECHI
Have you and Chiwetel married
without telling anyone? *
Ginika looks at her sharply then gathers herself, forcing a
smile.
GINIKA
It's my engagement ring. Chiwetel *
gave it to me. *
NKECHI
Engagement. That's progress.
GINIKA
To each their own.
NKECHI
Nkechi looks at her, not knowing whether to continue the *
conversation or not. Ginika deliberately leans forward and *
turns up the music. Nkechi smiles and shakes her head. *
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INT. HOTEL LOBBY - DAY 20 20 *
Chiwetel is about to walk out of the lobby. He overhears *
some chatter from a lady in the lobby.
LADY (O.C.)
It's wonderful, I couldn't *
believe it at first, 30 days and
I paid off all my debts. *
Chiwetel stops and turns around, he sees a poster on an
easel in the Lobby.
LADY (O.C.) (CONT'D)
..all I had was five hundred
pounds. Five hundred. (Beat) Of
course I did. 30 days. *
Chiwetel is still staring at the poster. He reaches into
his pocket and looks at the money he just got from the Pawn
shop.
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GINIKA (CONT'D)
(CONTINUED)
He sighs.
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INT. CHIWETEL'S BEDSIT - DAY 21 21 *
Ginika walks in wearing one of the new dresses Nkechi *
bought for her. The house phone rings. She picks it up. *
GINIKA
Hello! Hello!
There's no answer. After sometime the phone cuts off. She
is puzzled.
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INT. UJU'S FLAT - SAME TIME 22 22 *
Uju switches off her phone, biting her lips.
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INT. CHIWETEL'S BEDSIT. - DAY 23 23
Ginika Checks out another dress. She turns as the door *
opens. Chiwetel walks in.
GINIKA
Hello my dear. How was your day?
CHIWETEL
Sweet, sweet but slow. Yours?
GINIKA
Freaked.
CHIWETEL
What happened?
GINIKA
Nkechi went mental and attacked
me.
CHIWETEL
Attacked you?
GINIKA
More like, attacked the dress I
was trying out. Anyway, she's
fine now and she's apologized.
CHIWETEL
Maybe getting married is
affecting her. People shouldn't
rush into it, you know.
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(CONTINUED)
Ginika turns to look at him, notices he's grinning.
GINIKA
For a moment I thought you were
serious.
CHIWETEL
Don't worry. When things work
themselves out, I'll give you a
credit card just for dress
shopping.
GINIKA
And why wouldn't I be the one
giving you a credit card?
CHIWETEL
I want to look after you, and the
11 boys you'll be having for me.
GINIKA
11 boys?
CHIWETEL
A perfect team for Arsenal.
GINIKA
And who will carry the
pregnancies for nine months each,
you?
Putting on another top she looks at the mirror. *
CHIWETEL *
You bought these? *
GINIKA *
For where? Nkechi did. *
She walks towards the bedroom, pauses and looks *
suggestively at him before sashaying off. Chiwetel watches
her leave, not moving. *
INT. CHIWETELS BEDSIT. - LATER 24 24 *
Ginika walks into the bedroom, goes to her wardrobe and *
brings out a trinket box, she removes her ear rings
frowning. She rummages, she can't find what she's looking
for. She puts the box back.
GINIKA
CHIWETEL!
She runs out to the living room just as Chiwetel gets to
the front door. He turns and walks back.
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(CONTINUED)
CHIWETEL
Are you okay? You don't look
well.
GINIKA
I'm fine.
CHIWETEL
I need to run down the street to
pick up something.
GINIKA
Okay.
CHIWETEL
See you.
She sits down. Chiwetel bends and kisses her forehead. As
he walks towards the door, she looks at him and sees
something dangling from his pocket.
GINIKA
Chiwetel, wait.. He stops.
GINIKA (CONT'D)
(pointing) There's something
sticking...
Chiwetel quickly pushes his trouser pockets in.
GINIKA (CONT'D)
(suspiciously) What is it?
He doesn't answer.
GINIKA (CONT'D)
Let me see.
He doesn't move. Ginika comes up behind him and puts her
hands in his pockets. She finds the jewelry and holds it
out, her hands round his waist, her body heaving with sobs.
Chiwetel stands, not knowing what best to do. Eventually,
Ginika walks back to the chair, still holding out the
jewelry.
GINIKA (CONT'D)
Is this mine?
Chiwetel nods.
GINIKA (CONT'D)
Chiwetel, why? Why?
Chiwetel comes and sits beside her.
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(CONTINUED)
GINIKA (CONT'D)
How long has this been going on?
CHIWETEL
Nne, I'm sorry.
GINIKA
Sorry? Sorry? What is a
relationship without trust?
CHIWETEL
I'm the man here. I wanted to
provide for you.
GINIKA
So you resort to taking my
jewelry. What are you doing with
them?
CHIWETEL
I used them for a loan at a
pawnbroker's . I hoped you
wouldn't notice. I wanted to put
food on the table. Nne, I made
you come to England.
GINIKA
And then you start stealing from
me.
CHIWETEL
No.
GINIKA
No?
CHIWETEL
I mean, I've been attending some
seminar about investments. The
organizers deal in everyday
household products.
GINIKA
And you don't think it's oyibo
419?
CHIWETEL
Nne, I'm sorry. Maybe I was too
proud to borrow money from you.
Ginika is still upset as the phone rings. Ginika picks it
up.
GINIKA
Hello!... Hi Charles,.. *
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(MORE)
(CONTINUED)
(Beat)...Okay.. When. (Beat) Okay
I'll get back to you. *
She hangs up and looks at Charles. *
CHIWETEL *
What is it? What?
GINIKA *
The letter from the home office
has arrived. Charles wants me to
come over to his place.
They stare at each other. Chiwetel is a bit uncomfortable.
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INT. MANSION. BEDROOM - NIGHT 25 25 *
Nkechi is lying down, reading. After sometime, she hears
keys rustling on the main door. As she covers herself up to
go and check, her bedroom door opens. It's Leon. She smiles
and walks to him, arms outstretched. As he grabs her, she
instinctively ducks her face because of his alcohol smell.
LEON
You won't kiss me?
NKECHI
You smell like someone threw you
in a vat of whisky.
LEON
(pulling back) Are questioning my
hygiene?
NKECHI
No. I'm just saying (Beat) let me
run you a bath.
Leon lets fly at her with his fist and she reels back,
falling on the bed in shock and clutching her face.
LEON
TAKE OFF ALL YOUR CLOTHES. NOW!
He pulls the belt from his trousers and a scared Nkechi
starts taking off her clothes as the belt lands on her
back.
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INT. CHIWETELS BEDSIT - DAY 26 26 *
Ginika is preening herself with a vanity mirror when her
mobile phone rings. She answers.
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GINIKA (CONT'D)
(CONTINUED)
GINIKA
Hello, Charles. Good morning.
(beat) Fine. (beat) He is too.
Left very early. (beat) Okay.
(beat) Where shall I meet you
(beat) I finish at 4pm but I can
leave earlier if necessary.
(beat) Golf club? (Beat) Okay,
text me the address. I'll try and
find it. If I get lost, you'll
have to come and find me. (beat)
Same to you.
She dials another number on her phone.
GINIKA (CONT'D)
Chiwetel. It's me. (beat) Fine,
no problem. (beat) I'll be
meeting Charles after work today.
(beat) About the Letter from the
Home Office.(beat) I'll tell him. *
She switches off, looks at her watch and makes a mad dash
out of the house. Seconds later, she returns, grabs her
make up things and runs out again.
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INT. UJU'S OFFICE - DAY *
A work colleague (English 40's) walks up to her desk. With *
a couple of files. *
PATIENCE *
Uju, do you mind entering these *
into the database for me, my *
computer is a bit slow and we're *
getting backed up. *
UJU *
Sure Pat, I'll do that right *
away. *
Uju opens one of the files, pulls out the marriage *
certificate and begins to enter the information. She *
pauses, then types in a name, *
COMPUTER SCREEN *
A window pops up with a "NO MATCH". *
She looks round suspiciously then types in another name. *
"Ginikanwa U *
OFFICE *
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(CONTINUED)
Patience walks over again, Uju calmly opens another file. *
PATIENCE *
How it coming? *
Uju hands her the first file. As Patience leaves we hear a *
ping on the computer. *
Uju looks at the screen. She smiles wryly. *
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EXT. GOLF COURSE - DAY 28 28 *
Charles is pacing up and down. He stops, looks at his watch *
and starts pacing again. Something makes him turn round. He *
sees Ginika get off the bus and walk away from him. He *
admires her walking for a while, then... *
CHARLES *
(running towards her) Ginika! *
She turns. *
GINIKA
Hello Charles.
CHARLES
I was a bit worried when you
didn't get here for 4.
GINIKA
(looks at her watch) I'm sorry.
Blame London buses.
CHARLES
Do you want to come in and see
the course.
Ginika is a bit hesitant.
GINIKA
You said you have a letter. *
CHARLES
Ah, yes. The letter.
He takes out the letter from his back pocket. Ginika reads
it.
GINIKA
Two days.
CHARLES
Yes.
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(CONTINUED)
GINIKA
I'll speak with Chiwetel and come
over. *
CHARLES
Sure. *
Charles picks up a small gift from his pocket. *
CHARLES (CONT'D) *
I couldn't help but remember that *
tomorrow is your birthday.
Ginika is surprised. *
GINIKA *
Oh. How did you...? *
CHARLES *
You remember that we filled in *
dates of birth for the... *
GINIKA *
That's true! *
CHARLES *
I hope you like your gift. *
His mobile phone rings. Charles Ignores it. Ginika looks at *
him, points at the phone. *
GINIKA *
Won't you-? *
CHARLES *
They are always trying to sell *
you something.
He's staring at her. She starts feeling uncomfortable. *
GINIKA
I guess I'll have to go now.
CHARLES
I'll see you off.
GINIKA
No. It's alright. The bus stop is
just over there. *
CHARLES
I'll see you off. *
As they walk. *
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(CONTINUED)
CHARLES (CONT'D) *
Er... I think it's a good idea *
that you have this. *
He pulls out a set of keys. *
CHARLES (CONT'D) *
Just in case I have to run out *
and you need to be here. *
GINIKA
Okay. Thanks again for *
everything.
CHARLES
After all I need to really look *
after my wife. *
They both burst out laughing, at ease with each other
again.
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INT. CHIWETEL'S BEDSIT. - MORNING 29 29
Ginika is applying makeup and preening herself by a mirror.
She's dressed in smart jeans and shirt.
Chiwetel comes into the sitting room, looking sharp in a
blazer.
CHIWETEL
You look gorgeous, birthday girl.
GINIKA
Oh, thanks. Where are you off to?
CHIWETEL
I' have a meeting with my contact
today. It's time to make some
money.
She pecks him on the cheek, notices that she left a mark
and wipes it.
GINIKA
I'm so proud of you, darling.
CHIWETEL
I'm taking you out for a special
birthday dinner. Why would Nkechi
ask you to come today?
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(CONTINUED)
GINIKA
She said it was an emergency. I
won't stay a minute longer than
necessary.
CHIWETEL
After my meeting, I'll go on to *
the restaurant and order, that
way, the food will be ready by
the time you come.
GINIKA
Now, that's a good idea. See you *
later. *
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INT. HOTEL HALLWAY (OUTSIDE THE DOOR) - DAY 30 30
Ginika looks the number up and knocks. No one opens. She *
tries again.
NKECHI
One moment. Coming. *
Nkechi opens the door still half dressed.
GINIKA
Nk, haba, whats up?
NKECHI
Come in Ginika, come in. I just
wanted to make up for the
shopping incident the other day. *
Here, help me hold this. *
She hands Ginika a hot and expensive looking dress lying on
the couch and a pair of new shoes and bag to match. *
NKECHI (CONT'D) *
(grabbing another set of outfits) *
Let's go. *
GINIKA
Where are we going? *
NKECHI
Just hold on, abeg (Beat) Hurry. *
Ginika looks at the dress, its beautiful.
Nkechi walks off into the next room.
NKECHI (CONT'D)
One moment let me get my bag?
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(CONTINUED)
Ginika stands to look at herself with the dress in front of
her. She is startled by music and the sounds of "Happy
Birthday", as more of their friends rush into the room. All
the women surround Ginika, hugging her. She bursts into
tears. Nkechi holds her.
NKECHI (CONT'D)
You're supposed to be delighted.
See, you're staining your
fabulous dress with your tears. *
Ginika is speechless but gives Nkechi a friendly punch on
the shoulder.
NKECHI (CONT'D)
You're welcome.
GINIKA
This isn't your style.
NKECHI
Organizing parties?
GINIKA
No, remembering occasions.
NKECHI
Okay. I'll own up. I hadn't the
foggiest idea. Uju called me and
told me. It's impromptu but I
felt it was a good way to say
sorry for trying to kill you.
GINIKA
(suspiciously) Uju? How would Uju
know my birthday? *
Walking up to them. *
UJU
I work at the Immigration and *
Nationality Department.
Ginika turns and sees Uju standing behind her, glass of
wine in hand.
GINIKA
What?! I mean...
NKECHI
Are you implying it's not a nice
job?
GINIKA
No. Of course not.
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(CONTINUED)
NKECHI
Imagine the opportunity it
offers... someone has no papers,
and they find out that their good
friend works at the Home Office.
GINIKA
Imagine that.
NKECHI
What are the odds on that?
She winks suggestively at Uju and Ginika.
UJU
Imagine you NK, living large and
happy.
Nkechi strikes a model pose.
GINIKA
You Uju working in such a
strategic place. *
NKECHI
And Ginika and her true love
still united after all these
years.
Nkechi lifts Ginika's hand, showing off her ring. *
They all respond, with Ginika and Uju watching each other
from the side of their eyes.
UJU
Imagine
GINIKA
Imagine
NKECHI (CONT'D)
I'll get you a drink, Nne, and
then you can finish dressing, if
you don't mind.
As she walks off. Ginika looks at Uju and pulls her to one
side.
UJU
Thats a nice ring. *
Uju smiles as she looks at it. Ginika gets the gist. *
UJU (CONT'D) *
It's alright, my dear. I just
told NK that it was your
birthday, nothing else.
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(CONTINUED)
GINIKA
You mean, you have access to
everyone's documents?
UJU
Not necessarily so. Let's just
say I was bored, curious and
smart?. I started thinking... All
the thousands of people trooping
through the doors everyday,
seeking to become British
citizens... I couldn't resist. *
GINIKA
And...?
UJU
Don't worry, my dear. We're old
friends, no stress. *
GINIKA
Chiwetel mentioned you *
accidentally ran into him. Uju
Nwankwo, are you still chasing my
boyfriend?
UJU
Ginika, today is your birthday.
We are here to enjoy, have fun.
This isn't the time or place.
GINIKA
It's been years since Uniben, Why
can't you find your own man?
UJU
And why would you hold on to what
you're not using? Dating a man
for six years without a ring on
your finger?
Some of ladies come in with the cake. *
NKECHI
Where's the birthday girl.
Ginika gives her a dirty look before heading out. Uju joins
the party "screaming excitedly" after downing half a glass
of whisky.
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INT. HOTEL LOBBY 31 31
Chiwetel is pacing around the lobby, waiting. He looks at
his watch.
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(CONTINUED)
WATCH: 7PM.
He notices another well dressed gentleman pacing about as
if waiting for someone. He walks up to him.
CHIWETEL
Excuse me, sorry to intrude, I *
couldn't help noticing you were
at the training some days ago.
The Gentleman turns to him desperately.
DESPERATE MAN
Those bastards! Do you have an
address for them? Do you know
them? They took all my money. *
20,000 pounds! My life savings! *
(Beat) the police say they know
of these things, but ... But I *
received goods, then puff!
Nothing. (beat) My money,.. My *
kids will kill me.
The man is about to pass out, Chiwetel himself stunned, *
helps him sit on a nearby couch.
Chiwetel slowly walks out of the lobby in rage.
He takes out his wallet and counts 100 pounds, gritting his
teeth.
CHIWETEL
Not again. *
He looks at his watch and starts running. *
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INT. CHARLES'S FLAT - NIGHT 32 32 *
The television is on but there's no sound. Charles is going *
about, trying to tidy the house; a cushion out of place, a *
book on the floor, the remains of a take out meal... *
He goes to the house phone and dials. *
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INT. RESTAURANT. - SAME TIME. 33 33
The restaurant is practically empty. Soft music wafts from
recessed speakers. Chiwetel is sitting at a table, looking
at his watch. His phone rings. He wrenches it from his
jacket. Looks at it. He answers almost in disappointment.
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(CONTINUED)
CHIWETEL
Hello Charles. What's up? (beat)
That's kind of you Charles but,
I'm waiting for her in a
restaurant in North London as we
speak. (beat) Bye.
He throws the phone on the table in annoyance.
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INT. HOTEL ROOM - NIGHT 34 34
The ladies are all doing some old school steps to the music
of the 80's & 90's. Having fun as they remember their
school days. Ginika is in the middle of the floor as all
the other girls surround her. Nkechi is tipsy.
Uju watches Ginika while downing glass after glass of wine. *
Ginika looks up, sensing that someone is watching her. She *
sees Uju by a corner. Uju raises a glass to her. Ginika is *
uncomfortable. *
Nkechi ambles over to where Uju is standing all by herself. *
NKECHI *
Why are not dancing? Are you *
annoyed that you're the only... *
you know... here? *
Nudging her in the ribs. *
UJU *
I'm not desperate. *
NKECHI *
But, doesn't it- *
UJU *
How much better is Ginika than *
me? *
NKECHI *
She has a ring. That's a promise *
from Chuwee. *
UJU *
A ring. Really? *
NKECHI *
What d'you mean? *
UJU *
I mean nothing. *
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(CONTINUED)
NKECHI *
Don't tell me you're not going to *
help them. *
UJU *
Ginika doesn't need my help. *
Ginika has been watching this conversation. She goes over *
to them. *
NKECHI *
Hello pretty one. I raise a glass *
to your relationship with *
Chiwetel. *
Ginika suddenly looks at her watch. *
GINIKA
Oh dear me!
NKECHI
What is it?
GINIKA
Chiwetel is sitting in a
restaurant waiting for me.
UJU *
You can let him wait for three *
years. *
Ginika and Nkechi look sharply at her. *
NKECHI *
I hope it's the red wine talking. *
Uju giggles and leans over to Ginika's ear. *
UJU *
I give you my word. I won't say *
anything to anyone. I don't want *
anything to happen to Chiwetel. *
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RESTAURANT. - SAME TIME. 35 35
Chiwetel is sitting, drumming his fingers on the table. He
looks at his watch. A WAITER approaches him.
WAITER
Excuse me sir, if you're not
ready to order yet...
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(CONTINUED)
CHIWETEL
Three minutes, please. My partner
will be here any minute now.
WAITER
But sir, you've been here for-
Chiwetel's phone rings. He apologizes to Waiter, looks at
it and smiles, answers.
CHIWETEL
What happened? (beat) You could
have called earlier. (beat) Okay.
Since you're already on your way,
I'll wait here. (beat) 15
minutes, okay.
He hangs up.
WAITER
Sorry sir. My apologies for
listening in. I suggest you wait
outside and sit again later.
CHIWETEL
No problem. I'll wait outside.
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RESTAURANT FRONT. - MOMENTS LATER 36 36
Chiwetel comes out of the restaurant, hunching a little
because of the change in temperature. As he checks his
watch, a car pulls over. Nkechi runs out from the back seat
followed by Ginika. Nkechi grabs Chiwetel in a bear hug,
still buzzed from the alchohol.
NKECHI
I'm so sorry Chiwetel. It's all
my fault. I didn't think you guys
had anything planned. Please
forgive me. I just, we just
wanted to surprise Ginika. I'm so
sorry.
Chiwetel nods, smiling. But he's not really taking in
anything Nkechi is saying. His eyes are transfixed on
Ginika who's still wearing Nkechi's dress and jewelry.
Nkechi notices and smiles.
NKECHI (CONT'D)
That's the Ginikanwa I knew in
Uniben.
Chiwetel is still staring at Ginika.
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(CONTINUED)
NKECHI (CONT'D)
I'll have to dash, I left guests
in the hall. See you, Nne.
The couple do not respond, still staring at each other. She
waves at them, jumps into her car and speeds off. Chiwetel
seems to come out of his awestruck state.
CHIWETEL
You look amazing.
GINIKA
You don't look bad yourself.
CHIWETEL
I haven't seen this...
GINIKA
It's all Nkechi's.
CHIWETEL
They could have been made for
you.
GINIKA
That's what she said.
CHIWETEL
You look good enough to eat.
GINIKA
Wanna taste?
Chiwetel doesn't need a second invite. As they kiss, a
PASSERBY observes them briefly, and as he walks away...
PASSERBY
Why don't you two get a room?
Ginika and Chiwetel disengage, laughing.
CHIWETEL
That doesn't sound like a bad
idea.
She looks at him seductively and beckons him over. He
sweeps her of her feet and carries her into the restaurant.
The waiter, sees them and opens the doors. Smiling. He nods
them in.
Music plays as Chiwetel wines and dines Ginika, feeding
her, teasing her. They laugh and it's as if the world
belongs to just the two of them.
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INT. MANSION - NIGHT 37 37
LEON dials the phone, it rings and rings but no one picks
it up.
His eyes are glazed over. In his other hand is a glass of
whisky.
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INT. CHIWETEL'S BEDSIT - DAY 38 38 *
Ginika is staring at her empty trinket box with tears in
her eyes. She cleans her tears.
Walks into the room throwing things into a small box.
Chiwetel sits on the bed, following her with his eyes.
CHIWETEL
When you say "friendly", what are
we talking about here? Cordial?
Courteous? Supportive? What?
GINIKA
I don't know. Let's just see what
happens.
CHIWETEL
So, "friendly" might include-?
GINIKA
You're acting jealous, Chiwetel.
You made this arrangement,
remember. In the eyes of the law
and the state, I'm his wife.
CHIWETEL
Does he get to touch you in any
way?
GINIKA
If we're in a public place, why
not. You never know who's
watching.
CHIWETEL
What about in private?
GINIKA
Chiwetel! We need these papers.
If you are no longer happy with
the setup, call him now.
CHIWETEL
We need him.
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GINIKA
When the immigration people
suspect that a marriage might not
be genuine, they'll ask the
couple all sorts of questions to
try and trip them up. I have to
find out as much about him as
possible.
CHIWETEL
Are they still doing that?
GINIKA
I don't know. Better safe than
sorry.
CHIWETEL
And would you know all these
"stuff" about me?
GINIKA
Like the fact that you wear the
same boxers for one week before
washing it or that you haven't
touched the two dozen boxer
shorts I bought you because the
ones you have are only 15 years
old and still wearable? Or that
you make calculations to always
finish walking up a staircase on
your right foot? Or that you
always walk closer to the road
when passing someone on the
pavement? Or that you always wipe
your right eyebrow when you're
nervous, (he does it) like now?
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INT. LEON'S CAR. - EVENING 39 39
(POV) Leon is cruising down a quiet street lined with big
houses. He's on the phone with Nkechi.
LEON
Yes, my dear. I accept that I
haven't been as responsible as I should be and we know it's
the drink. I'm registering with AA but, I've tried to make
sure you don't lack for anything.
NKECHI (O.S.)
Okay.
LEON
Is that all you'll say?
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(CONTINUED)
NKECHI (O.S.)
Yes. Good night Leon.
The phone goes dead. Leon parks his car and stares at the
phone. Rain drops suddenly start falling gently on the
windscreen. Suddenly, he starts laughing very loudly.
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INT. MANSION - NIGHT 40 40
Nkechi is in night clothes, sitting on a bed, holding a
phone. Suddenly, she hurls the phone against a wall. As she
looks up, her eyes are red from crying.
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INT. CHARLES' FLAT. - NIGHT 41 41
Charles is standing in front of the TV, not taking in *
anything on the muted screen. He's wearing a suit. He keeps
glancing at his watch. Eventually, he hears a tentative *
knock on the door and then, the rustling of keys. He races *
to it and opens it to see Ginika with a set of keys. *
CHARLES *
Come right in. *
Ginika walks in. She's dressed down in jeans and shirt *
again. She takes one look at Charles.
GINIKA
Going somewhere?
CHARLES
(flustered) Just a moment. Make
yourself at home. He heads
towards his bedroom.
CHARLES' FLAT. - MOMENTS LATER 42 42
Charles comes out looking more informal. Ginika is standing
with the TV remote.
GINIKA
Hello. That's much better.
CHARLES
Thanks. Don't tell me you've been
standing all this while.
GINIKA
I've been trying to get Chiwetel.
I can't get reception.
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(CONTINUED)
CHARLES
Are you on the Four network?
GINIKA
Yes.
CHARLES
We don't get any reception here.
Use my phone.
GINIKA
Thanks.
He ushers her to a chair and picks up her bag.
CHARLES
Drink?
GINIKA
Yes please. Something soft.
CHARLES
Like...?
GINIKA
Vodka please.
Charles, already heading towards the kitchen area, stops
and turns, mouth agape.
CHARLES
What?
Ginika bursts out laughing.
GINIKA
Just joking. When I was in
Nigeria, we told and retold this
joke. The idea being, if vodka is
soft, what would you consider a
strong drink.
Charles gets the joke.
GINIKA (CONT'D)
Orange juice please.
Charles shakes his head and walks off, returning with two
glasses and juice in a carton.
CHARLES
I've been a bad host. Give me a
second.
He rushes to the kitchen. Ginika brings out some paper and
starts writing.
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(CONTINUED)
GINIKA *
I've been reading up on this *
thing, we should have taken some *
pictures of us right? *
CHARLES *
There's those from the registry. *
She looks around. *
GINIKA *
You don't even have any pitures *
at all. *
CHARLES (O.C.) *
Relax. You're my guest so, first *
things first. You need to eat. Me *
too. (beat) I know some good *
restaurants close by. If you
don't mind too much, I'll run out
and grab something for us to eat.
GINIKA
Okay.
As Charles dashes off, Ginika follows him with her eyes.
She catches herself staring and quickly turns and picks up
the paper she was writing on. The phone rings. She wonders
whether she should answer. It keeps ringing.
GINIKA (CONT'D)
Better safe than sorry. (she
grabs the phone) Good evening.
Mrs. Springer speaking.
LEON (O.S.)
(pause) Is Charles there?
GINIKA
No. He's just gone out. But he'll
be back soon.
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INT. LEONS CAR - NIGHT 43 43
Leon is sitting in his car, using his speakerphone.
LEON
This is his father. (beat)
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INT. CHARLES' FLAT - SAME 44 44 *
Ginika is wide eyed, but quickly looking at an envelope
with the house address.
GINIKA
Hello sir, a pleasure meeting, oh
speaking to you on the phone.
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INT. LEON'S CAR - SAME 45 45 *
He smiles mischievously.
LEON (O.C.)
I was just in the neighborhood, *
and I keep forgetting the house *
number. Would you be a dear and
remind me.
GINIKA (O.C.)
Of course, its- *
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INT. CHIWETEL'S BEDSIT. - NIGHT 46 46
Chiwetel is prowling round the living room, unsure of what
to do. He switches the TV on, then off. He does the same
with the stereo. Going to a mantelpiece, he picks up a
picture of himself and Ginika, studies it for a moment and
gets out his phone. He changes his mind about making a call
and flings the picture towards the mantelpiece. It falls on
the floor. He sits down, his head in his hands. Then, the
house phone rings. He runs and grabs it.
CHIWETEL
Hello. (beat) Have you tried her
mobile? (beat) She popped out to
the shops. She must be in a bad
reception area. (beat) Okay, I'll
tell her. Good night.
He puts the phone back. He picks out Charles' number on his
mobile, stops and hits himself on the head.
CHIWETEL (CONT'D)
No! Grow up, Chiwetel.
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CHARLES' FLAT. - LATER 47 47
Ginika opens the door and Leon walks straight past her.
Something makes him stop. He looks at a mirror in front of
him. Ginika is standing behind him. His mouth and eyes
expand in horror.
He keels over, breathing heard and grabbing his chest,
mercifully falling on a settee. Ginika rushes to help him,
confused.
GINIKA
Excuse me sir, sir..
Charles comes in behind her and sees Ginika helping his
father. He gets angry.
CHARLES
What's he doing here? Why did you
let him in?
GINIKA
He said he was..
CHARLES
my father?
GINIKA
I thought he was an immigration
official.
CHARLES
No. He isn't. He is my father. *
LEON's breathing calms down a bit as he stars at Ginika and
then at Charles.
LEON
Charles... What? (pointing at
Ginika) Who, what is going on?
This is your...like
Ginika is confused.
GINIKA
Is something wrong? Did I do *
something wrong?
Father and Son stare at each other. Leon realizes that
Ginika does not know about their past. He gathers himself.
LEON
How are you son. So, this is
where you live? You couldn't find *
some place more decent.
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CHARLES
I'm happy with my accommodation!
Father.
LEON
Okay. Okay.
CHARLES
What are you doing here?
LEON
Why are you chasing me away from
your life? You're all I have,
and, I'm all you've got.
CHARLES
Congratulations on your new wife.
Leon smiles uneasily.
CHARLES (CONT'D)
I hear you moved her into mom's
house.
LEON
I don't know where you're going
with this.
CHARLES
You want to get rid of your
guilt.
LEON
Stop this Charles!
CHARLES
That you killed my mother.
Leon is enraged, but tries to control himself.
LEON
And you saw me kill my wife?
I lost the love of my life. I
couldn't blame you; you were a
kid. I had no one to talk.
Alcohol made me forget.
GINIKA is frozen in the corner wondering what is going on.
LEON (CONT'D)
(almost in a whisper)
It was your fault.
He looks up at Ginika.
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(CONTINUED)
LEON (CONT'D)
Now you get her back. Just to *
hurt me? Or to haunt me? *
GINIKA
Charles what is going on? Who is
he talking..
Leon Shouts at Charles.
LEON
She's Back!!
CHIWETEL
So sorry about this Ginika. (to
his father) Please,.. Leave.
LEON stands up slowly. All the while trying to avoid
Ginika's stare, he walks out of the apartment. Charles
shuts the door.
Charles is drained and almost in a daze. He walks to a
stack of books and photo albums. He pulls out an album and
hands it over to her. Ginika opens the album and she's
staring at herself. She drops the album as if it were hot
coals. She turns angrily at Charles.
CHARLES
That's not you. That's my mother.
Maryanne Springer.
GINIKA
Your mother?
He walks over and picks up the album.
CHARLES
She died, years ago. My father *
and I have never seen eye to eye. *
I'm sorry you had to see that
but, it doesn't change anything,
for us, we can still make this
happen.
Ginika is shaking her head trying to understand.
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INT. MANSION / ROOM WITH CLOSET - NIGHT 48 48
Leon is standing in a half lit room, pacing about in a
rage, glass in hand. Half a bottle of whisky is on a table.
He's pointing at the closet.
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LEON
You left me, you let him take you
away!,(mumbling) And now you're *
back...With him? (Beat) I've
found you again. You are mine! *
Yes!
Behind him Nkechi mistakenly kicks a bottle of whisky on
the floor. Leon turns and sees her half in the dark.
LEON (CONT'D)
Oh, NK... Why did you have to *
interrupt our conversation?
He approaches a petrified Nkechi menacingly.
NKECHI
I didn't hear anything. Leon...
Leon! I'm your wife, Leon, don't
do this.
Leon Lounges at her as she screams. He grabs her by the
throat. They both fall and Nkechi grabs the bottle, as she
tries to hit Leon with it, it beaks against the floor. Leon
grabs Nkechi and pushes her down on the broken piece.
Nkechi Screams.
Fade out.
FADE IN:
INT. PASTOR'S HOUSE - EVENING 49 49 *
Pastor Samson (Thick set, African Male 40s - 50's, beady
eyed) is sitting, listening to Uju. He's a man who preaches
prosperity and looks the part. His stomach suggests he
indulges in food for the soul and food for the body., he
occasionally wipes some imaginary sweat off his brow with a
white handkerchief, an action that also highlights the
enormous gold watch on his right wrist.
UJU
... He has been in London for a
few
years now and from what I
understand, they have been living
together for a few months.
PASTOR
Do you have a picture of this
young man?
UJU
Yes, I have quite a few.
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PASTOR
Let me see.
Uju digs into her handbag and brings out several pictures
of Chiwetel. She hands them to the pastor. He takes the
pictures but doesn't look at them.
PASTOR (CONT'D)
Have you bought any of my books?
UJU
No sir.
PASTOR
Do you read the Bible?
UJU
Yes sir.
PASTOR
Why?
UJU
I'm a Christian.
PASTOR
Yes, but, why do you read the
Bible?
Uju thinks.
UJU
I see it as a guide to living a
good life.
PASTOR
Aha! Okay, have you ever used a
dictionary?
UJU
Yes sir.
PASTOR
Why?
UJU
To help me understand certain
words better.
PASTOR
Aha! My books are like a
dictionary for your Bible. You're
looking for a husband. You're
nearly 40, right?
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UJU
I am 29.
PASTOR
Okay. Okay, but, it's still the
same, neither here nor there. I
have a few books here. I've
written about 30 but you need
only five to get you where you're
going. They're 19.99 each.
Uju puts her hand in her bag and gives him 100 for five
books.
PASTOR (CONT'D)
Do you want the 5p change?
UJU
No. Thank you sir.
PASTOR
That's not all. I'm going to give
you a candle from the holy lands
that I have blessed. After you've
read the relevant parts in the
books, you will light the candle,
put it in a bowl of water and
place the young man's picture by
it. Before you sleep at night,
you will mention his name seven
times. You will then hold the
picture above the candle and let
the flame of your love go through
his heart. Have you got his
number?
UJU
Yes, I have his landline.
PASTOR
Good. After seven days, give him
a call at seven minutes past
seven in
the evening.
PASTOR (CONT'D)
UJU
Yes sir.
PASTOR (CONT'D)
Now, I will pray for you. After
that you can show some
appreciation if you want.
Normally people give a
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(CONTINUED)
minimum of 3000, if they are
working.
He begins.
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INT. CHARLES' FLAT - NIGHT 50 50 *
Ginika is sitting still trying to makes sense. Charles is
sitting beside her.
CHARLES
My mom drowned in the swimming
pool at our house when I was
seven.
GINIKA
Drowned? Couldn't she swim?
Charles is quiet.
GINIKA (CONT'D)
Charles...?
CHARLES
I don't think it was an accident.
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INT. CHIWETEL'S BEDSIT. - MORNING 51 51 *
Chiwetel is asleep on the sofa. Ginika comes in. He wakes.
GINIKA
Hi.
CHIWETEL
What happened to your phone last
night?
GINIKA
Did you call?
CHIWETEL
No.
GINIKA
So?
CHIWETEL
Nkechi couldn't get you.
GINIKA
Oh! It must have been the poor
reception.
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(CONTINUED)
CHIWETEL
But you called me.
GINIKA
Using his house phone. I couldn't
get through on mine. You won't
believe what happened. Charles
went out to buy me dinner-
CHIWETEL
Was that necessary?
GINIKA
Pardon me?
CHIWETEL
You went to his house because the
immigration people were supposed
to be visiting. What had dinner
got to do with it?
GINIKA
Chiwetel, I was freaked out and
I'm trying to tell you what
happened to me. If you're not
concerned about my welfare...
Going off to change.
CHIWETEL
And what did he do with you?
Ginika turns.
GINIKA
With? What are you implying?
CHIWETEL
I'm implying that my girlfriend
spent the night in another man's
bed. Shouldn't I have a little
bit of concern?
GINIKA
Chiwetel! Charles and I are
consenting adults and I don't
have to-
CHIWETEL
So, did you have to sleep with
him?
GINIKA
Why would you ask me a question
like that?
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CHIWETEL
Put my mind at rest.
GINIKA
I don't have to deal with this.
She heads for the door.
CHIWETEL
Where are you going?
She turns.
GINIKA
Chiwetel, you don't even know
where I slept last night. You
have absolutely no idea what
happened to me. I'm only doing
this because I love you! If what
I am isn't enough for you
anymore, then maybe we should
think about where we are going.
CHIWETEL
What are you saying?
GINIKA
If I slept with Charles, should
you really ask me?
CHIWETEL
Yes. Because I made it clear to
him that this was a strictly
business arrangement.
GINIKA
Then maybe you're interrogating
the wrong person.
Chiwetel rushes into the bedroom, grabs a jacket, returns
and walks out, slamming the door as he leaves.
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INT. CHARLES' FLAT - NIGHT 52 52 *
Charles is sitting, listening to music when the door
intercom goes. He goes over.
CHARLES
Hello!
CHIWETEL
It's Chiwetel.
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CHARLES
Come on up.
He opens the door slightly and goes to rearrange some
papers when Chiwetel walks into the room and looks around.
CHIWETEL
How are you my man?
CHARLES
Fine. Fine. Did Ginika get home
alright?
CHIWETEL
Yep.
CHARLES
Can I offer you anything?
CHIWETEL
What do you have?
CHARLES
I've got juice in the fridge and
spirits in the cupboard.
CHIWETEL
Juice will be fine.
Charles fetches him juice and a glass.
CHARLES
It was in the fridge.
CHIWETEL
That's fine. Thanks. So, how did
it go?
CHARLES
With Ginika?
CHIWETEL
Mmhh.
CHARLES
The immigration people didn't
turn up after all. But, father
did.
CHIWETEL
Really?
Chiwetel takes a sip of his drink.
CHIWETEL (CONT'D)
Did you sleep with Ginika?
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CHARLES
What?
CHIWETEL
Did you sleep with Ginika last
night?
CHARLES
What sort of question is that?
CHIWETEL
It's a simple question. Did you
sleep with my girlfriend?
CHARLES
What's gotten into you, man?
Rising.
CHIWETEL
ANSWER MY QUESTION!
CHARLES
Why don't you go back home and
ask
her?
CHARLES (CONT'D)
CHIWETEL
We had a business arrangement. That's why I insisted on
paying you.
CHARLES (CONT'D)
And you think if your girlfriend
falls out of love with you or
falls for another man, 3000
pounds will give you security?
Chiwetel stares at him, makes as if to walk away but spins
round and lands a haymaker on charles' chin. As charles
falls, Chiwetel is on him, raining blows. Charles manages
to grab a big book and slams Chiwetel's head with it. That
stops him. Charles grabs a bottle. Chiwetel grabs a chair.
They circle each other. Suddenly, Chiwetel notices that
Charles is bleeding. He stops, drops the chair. He turns
and runs out of the room, leaving his jacket behind.
Charles sits down, his head in his hands, drained.
He goes over to a sideboard and pulls out a framed picture.
It's him and Leon. He hurls the picture violently across
the room.
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EXT. PHARMACY - DAY 53 53
Uju is driving past when she sees Chiwetel walking into the
pub. She parks and starts getting out when he comes out
again. She gets back into the car and watches him. He gets
into a bus. She drives after the bus.
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EXT. CHIWETEL'S BEDSIT. - DAY 54 54
Chiwetel approaches his house and puts the key in the lock.
As he goes in, Uju is seen watching him.
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INT. CHIWETEL'S BEDSIT. - DAY 55 55
Chiwetel walks in and sees a note from Ginika.
"The other day I asked you what use a relationship is,
without trust. What do you think? Please don't look for
me."
He drops the note on a table, suddenly feeling dizzy. He
picks up his phone but before he can do anything, it starts
ringing. He looks at the number.
CHIWETEL
Hello.
UJU (O.C.)
Hello Chiwetel.
CHIWETEL
Who's this?
UJU (O.C.)
It's Uju. Are you okay?
CHIWETEL
I'm fine. What do you care?
UJU (O.C.)
Is Ginika at home?
CHIWETEL
No.
UJU
I'll come over.
CHIWETEL
No, Why?, you don't have to.
The doorbell rings.
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CHIWETEL (CONT'D)
I've got someone at my door.
He opens the door. Uju walks right in.
UJU
Thanks, I guess i can come in.
Uju walks past him into the room. She sees the note and
picks it up, reading it. Chiwetel snatches it from her.
CHIWETEL
What do you want?
UJU
You.
CHIWETEL
Me? Why?
UJU
I've wanted you since I first set
eyes on you in Uniben but you had
eyes only for Ginika. Well, I
don't blame you. She's prettier
than me.
CHIWETEL
Do you mind leaving please?
UJU
I read her little note. She's
probably having a good time at
Charles Springer's as we speak.
CHIWETEL
Who are you?
UJU
Your saviour.
She walks to where he's sitting and sits by him. He wants
to get rid of her but curious.
UJU (CONT'D)
Ginika is already married to
Charles. She finds him
attractive. He finds her
attractive. You don't have
anything. You could be sent home
anytime. She told you were i work
right?
She leans closer to him.
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UJU (CONT'D)
I have something Ginika can't
give you now.
CHIWETEL
And what's that?
UJU
I have a British passport. I can
make all your dreams come true.
You don't have to wait for three
years and realize you've lost
Ginika. That you've lost
everything. Then you're deported
back to Nigeria and .... You get
the picture.
She suddenly plants her mouth on his. He tries to resist
but finds himself responding. As Uju goes for his shirt the
phone rings.
Chiwetel pushes her off. Uju quickly grabs the phone. The
couch is between them.
UJU (CONT'D)
Hello? Oh Ginika, I'm so glad you
called. (Beat) I just came to say
how sorry i was and (beat) one
thing led to another.. And.. I'm
really sorry
CHIWETEL
You lying bitch... Nothing is
happening.
He lounges at her and grabs the phone, pushing her aside.
CHIWETEL (CONT'D)
..Hello, Ginika (Beat) listen to
me..what about Charles?
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INT. CHARLES' FLAT - DAY 56 56 *
Charles is sitting on the couch nursing his wound. Ginika
is sitting beside him.
GINIKA
What are you doing to me? You
started this Chiwetel!. This was
your plan!. Now see what you've
got me into. How can you come and
beat Charles up? Why did you have
to hurt him?
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CHIWETEL (O.C.)
Ginika listen to me please!...
GINIKA
What if the immigration people
come now, its my name on that
paper. I could go to Jail!. And
you say you Love me. Leave me
alone!.
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INT. CHIWETEL'S BEDSIT 57 57 *
A frantic Chiwetel is still holding the phone.
CHIWETEL
Ginika! Ginika!, Don't...
Ginika!.
Uju keeps her distance, but sees a chance.
UJU
She's found her excuse to dump
you. Calm down and think about
this, If she really cared she
will be fighting for you right
now. Not Charles. You are worth
it. After all these years of
devotion to her. She doesn't know
how lucky she is.
An enraged Chiwetel is fighting for sanity.
UJU (CONT'D)
I never intended for this to
happen, but i can make it better.
Balance the equation. Give you
back your manhood, your pride.
She stalks the wounded Chiwetel like a prey.
UJU (CONT'D)
I'm here, right her. One night
together. Did I mention that
I work at the Home Office? After
that, you can Charles will have
nothing over you. You will have
everything. Ginika will beg to
have you back. You are a good
man.
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INT. CHARLES' FLAT - EVENING 58 58 *
Charles offers a crying Ginika a glass of wine.
CHARLES
Ginika, Don't cry. It breaks my
heart to see you like this.
Things happen for a reason. We
met for a reason.
GINIKA
I have to go.
CHARLES
You don't have to. This can be
yours. This and all I have. I *
love you Ginika.
GINIKA
What? What did you just say?
CHARLES
From the very first day I saw
you, I fell in love with you. I
only became friends with Chiwetel
to be close to you.
GINIKA
And the marriage thing?
CHARLES
Okay. I did it in good faith
but...
GINIKA
But what, Charles?
CHARLES
I want to be with you. We have
always been part of each other.
GINIKA
You're freaking me out, Charles.
You want to sleep with your
mother.
CHARLES
You are not my mother.
GINIKA
Goodbye Charles.
Ginika gets up to go. The phone begins to ring. They both
ignore it.
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CHARLES
It's late, at least spend the
night. You'll think clearer when
rested.
Ginika gets up and picks her bag.
CHARLES (CONT'D)
Ginika its rough out there. I
can help. How about the-
GINIKA
I don't care.
She rushes out of the house, slamming the door behind her.
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EXT. CHARLES' FLAT / STREET SIDE - NIGHT 59 59 *
A distraught Ginika walks down the street crying, trying to
figure out what to do.
LEONS Car pulls up beside her and stops. He gets out.
LEON
Hello Ginika.
GINIKA
Please leave me alone, I don't *
want to get mixed up in all your
problems.
LEON
I think we got off to a bad
start. I'm Leon, NK's husband. *
Ginika stops in her tracks. Then looks at Leon and thinks
again.
GINIKA
You?.. You're her millionaire *
husband. I can't believe this.
How?
LEON
I was so upset the last time and
told her about it and she helped
me put it all together. She's
been trying to get Charles and I *
to be a family again.
Ginika is about to reach for her phone.
GINIKA
I have to tell NK..
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LEON *
I hope my son wasn't trying to *
kill you. Why don't you tell NK *
in person. What kind of husband
would I be if I left her best *
friend out on the street. She's
waiting for you.
Ginika gets into the car. Leon Looks up at Charles flat. *
UPSTAIRS
Charles is looking down helplessly as Ginika gets into his
father car. His face that of the seven year old again.
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INT. MANSION / CLOSET ROOM - NIGHT 60 60
A tied up but conscious Nkechi struggles to free herself,
but the bonds are very firm. Her blood soaked dress is torn
and sticky. She tries to get to a bottle but it falls and
the wine spills, shes too tired to get to the glass. She
feints in despair.
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INT. CHARLES' FLAT - NIGHT 61 61 *
Charles is sitting on the couch with the phone close by. He
is thinking.
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INT. CHIWETEL'S BEDSIT. - NIGHT 62 62 *
A triumphant Uju pours some wine in two glasses and
seductively walks to Chiwetel who is brooding on the couch.
UJU
I know you're stressed. Try not
to over think it. Here this will
help. This was always going to
be... I've waited a long time.
The phone rings. Chiwetel looks at it, letting it ring.
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EXT. MANSION - NIGHT 63 63
Ginika gets out of the car as Leon opens the door. She
notices its a bit dark.
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(CONTINUED)
GINIKA
How come you have so few lights.
Is she planning another surprise
party?
LEON
You know your friend well. Please
come in.
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INT. MANSION - NIGHT 64 64
Ginika steps into the house and is stunned by the wealth.
GINIKA
Ah, this place is... (shaking her
head).
LEON
Stunning isn't it. Please give
her a minute, let me get you
something to drink.
Leon walks into a room and comes out with a bottle of wine.
He pours her a drink.
LEON (CONT'D)
Drink up. She'll be right here.
I'll join you both soon.
He heads out, not noticing the stains on the carpet from
his wet footprints. Ginika does and is about to comment but
Leon has walked off.
She looks at the reddish stain, touches it. She is curious *
and follows the footprints into the adjourning room.
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MANSION / ADJOURNING ROOM 65 65
As Ginika tries the lights in the room, they don't work.
She is about to go out and she steps on glass which breaks
under her feet.
GINIKA
What's this? *
A tied up but now alert Nkechi hears Ginika's voice. *
NKECHI
(weakly muffled)
Nne....what are you doing here? *
Run. Please run away. *
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Ginika is stunned.
GINIKA
Nkechi! Nkechi, is that you,
where..
GINIKA (CONT'D) *
Where are you. Where are you!
She hears a thumping beside her. She turns to a closet and
tries the handle, its locked. But she feels a key in the
lock. She opens it. A little light shows a tied and
bleeding. Nkechi.
Ginika is freaked out but trying to focus. She has her
hands on her head.
GINIKA (CONT'D)
Nkechi! What have they done to *
you? Who did this!!
NKECHI
Run, Ginika, run far away from *
here.
Ginika begins to untie her friend. She begins cutting the
Rope with glass from the floor.
They hear footsteps coming down the stairs. She cuts
faster.
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INT. MANSION SITTING ROOM - NIGHT 66 66
Leon walks into the room.
LEON
She's coming right...
He does not see Ginika.
LEON (CONT'D)
Hellooo... *
He sees the reddish prints and follows them into the
adjourning room .
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INT. MANSION / CLOSET ROOM 67 67
Leon puts on the sole table lamp. He heads straight for the
closet and opens the door. Its empty. Leon is enraged.
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LEON
Elizabeth!! (pause) welcome back. *
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INT. CHIWETELS BEDSIT. - NIGHT 68 68
Uju is wearing only her lingerie top as she sits on
Chiwetel who is only in his shorts. She stand to take her
short skirt off.
UJU
Don't go anywhere, let me freshen
up.
As she sashays seductively into the next room. The phone
rings.. Chiwetel looks at it. He picks it up upset and is
about to turn it off but sees the number.
CHIWETEL
What the do you want Charles? *
(beat) what?
He listens, quickly rises and grabs his trousers and a
shirt. He jumps into his shoes and runs out the door,
dropping the phone on the floor.
He dashes back, reaches into Uju's bag and pulls out 40
pounds and heads out just as she comes in wearing *
Chiwetel's shirt. *
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INT. MANSION. BEDROOM. - NIGHT 69 69
Nkechi and Ginika make it up to the bedroom. In the dim
light Ginika is trying to tend to her. She gives her some
tablets and cleans her face.
NKECHI
I'm in serious pain. My body is *
hurting real bad. *
GINIKA
NK what is going on? *
NKECHI
Short version? That mad man
believes you are his long dead
wife come back to life.
GINIKA
Oh dear. How long have you known? *
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NKECHI
Nne, I'm so sorry. I was looking *
for the right moment to tell you. *
I should have. He threatened me, *
but I should have told you. *
(Crying).
They can hear Leon ranting.
LEON (O.C.)
..I Known you can hear me *
Elizabeth! You can't run from me *
this time. I'll get you and we
have the whole night.
GINIKA
(whispering)
Who's Elizabeth? *
NKECHI *
You. *
GINIKA *
Shhh! *
NKECHI *
If I get out of this alive, I'll *
start going to church. *
Leon Slams something on the bedroom door.
Both Girls scream. *
LEON (O.C.)
Come out of there Elizabeth. You *
ruined my life. Charles took you *
away and now you have returned, *
he wants to keep you from me? *
I'll kill you. He accused me of *
drowning you in the swimming *
pool. This time I'll actually do *
it rather than try and save you. *
Come out here!!!
Both girls look at each other.
GINIKA
A pool?
NKECHI
The pool
NKECHI
Just outside the window.
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They both run toward it just as the room door begins to *
give way.
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Both Ginika and Nkechi fall into the pool with a splash.
They struggle to come out just a Leon appears by the other
end of the pool. He comes after Ginika. Nkechi jumps at him
and they both fall into the swimming pool. He grabs her and *
is about to drown her but sees Ginika getting away. *
He leaves the struggling Nkechi and wades out running after
Ginika. He grabs her. Pinning her down to the ground.
LEON
He can't have you! He took you
away from me. Don't you
understand. I love you.
GINIKA
Please leave me alone! Please I'm
not your wife.
LEON
Stop saying that Elizabeth. Stop *
saying that!!!
GINIKA
Please, please listen to me. *
LEON
No you listen, if you insist on
going back to him, then I'll have
to send you back the way you went
before.
He carries her up and heads towards the pull half dragging
her.
GINIKA
Please, help me, please help!
Leon throws her in the water and gets in, he is about to
hit her when Chiwetel grabs his hand.
CHIWETEL *
I don't think so, old man.
Leon Struggles, but is no match for Chiwetel who pummels
him with blows. Before leaving him passed out in the water. *
He carries a terrified, shaken and crying Ginika out of the
pool.
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GINIKA
Oh God, don't ever leave me again
Chiwetel, Don't ever.
CHIWETEL
Its alright, I'm here now. *
Nkechi comes and joins in the hug.
NKECHI
Thank God, Oh Thank God.
The police sirens can be heard in the distance. *
CHIWETEL
We have to get out of here.
Nkechi gets up to join them.
GINIKA
Where are you going NK? Don't you
realize all this is yours now? *
NKECHI
Don't run too far.
Fade out.
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