Emotions in Motion
Pilot episode of Dawson's Creek
Written by: Kevin Williamson
Directed by: Steve Miner
Transcribed by: Greeneye90@aol.com
DISCLAIMER: I do not own the characters in this story, nor do I own any rights to the television show Dawson's Creek. They were created by Kevin Williamson and belong to him, Ultimate TV, Columbia Tri-Star, and the WB Television network.
~~~~~~~~~~Part Three~~~~~~~~~~
Jen's grandparent's house.
Grams: (off camera) Where exactly are you going?
Jen: (walking into kitchen) Well Dawson has a gun, I thought we'd go knock off a liquor store, then go get tattoos.
Grams: Why do you talk like that?
Jen: I'm simply trying to establish a rapport with you that's based on humor. I'm completely harmless. You'll see.
Grams: Well be back by ten.
Jen: (surprised) I can do that. Thanks for being so cool about this. I thought you were going to chain me up to a chair or something.
Grams: Not at all, you want to go to the movies, go. Have fun, just as long as you come to church with me on Sunday.
Jen: I knew there was going to be catch. Grams, I'm sorry but I'm afraid you're going to have to give up on this one.
Grams: I'm afraid I insist.
Jen: I'm firm about my beliefs. Please respect them.
Grams: I know what happened in New York. Church will do you good.
Jen: Let me determine that. Church isn't the answer, not for me. But I promise to you that I'll keep an open mind and honor and respect your beliefs for as long as I'm here.
Grams: The decision has been made. You will do what I say, you are under my guard.
Jen: (hands on hips) Ah, you know I am trying really hard to keep my rebellious nature in check. (pauses to think) I'll tell you what Grams. I'll go to church when you say the word penis.
Grams: (startled) You stop that talk!
Jen: It's just a word Grams. Clinical and technical. Penis.
Pause on Grams flustered expression. Jen goes over to her and gives her a hug.
Jen: Grams, I really love you, but you have to lighten up. (kisses her on the cheek) I'll see you later.
Dawson's house. Mr. Leery sits on the couch, watching the news as he works. Dawson hops down the stairs.
Dawson: (running hands through hair) Alright Dad, I'm outta here.
Mr. Leery: What do you think (he holds up miniature plastic doll) I thought all the waitresses could wear scuba gear.
Dawson: (massages neck) Completely impractical. Dad, this whole aquatic- themed restaurant idea gets worse on a daily basis.
Mr. Leery: Shift, your mom's on.
Dawson moves.
Mr. Leery: Watching her work is the *best* foreplay.
Dawson: I'm outta here.
Mr. Leery: (staring at the TV) Have fun. Play safe.
Dawson: (pointing) The condom chat is premature.
Mr. Leery: It's never too early.
Dawson: What is up with the sex?! That's all anybody thinks of anymore. Sex, sex, sex!! I mean, what is the big deal?
Mr. Leery: Sex is a very big part of who we are as human beings.
Dawson: Does that mean we have to go hump the coffee table? (pauses) If sex is so important then how come Spielberg never has had a sex scene in one of his movies, hmm? He keeps it in it's proper place in film as should we in life.
Doorbell rings.
Dawson: I'll be home early.
Close up on TV.
Mrs. Leery: Back to you...Bob.
Joey's house. Bodie sits on the couch reading Bon Appetiet magazine while Bess paints a birdhouse. Joey comes out the door and Bess grabs her.
Joey: Hey, I'm in a hurry!
Bess: (takes her face in her hands) Your attitude has got to go.
She uncaps a lipstick with her teeth and starts to apply it on her. Joey tries to pull away then gives in. Bodie watches and smiles.
Bess: (demonstrating) Now blot 'em together like this.
Joey does so.
Bess: You hold onto this and every half hour to an hour you excuse yourself to go touch up. Got it?
She hands her the lipstick. Joey turns to leave, then twists back around and smiles. She runs down to the dock. Cut to a fading sunset, then the foursome walking along a sidewalk to the movies.
Dawson: So do you plan on staying the whole school year?
Jen: Well, that depends on my Grams really, and my mom and dad.
Jen: (turning) Hey Joey, I love your lipstick. What shade is that?
Joey: Wicked Red, uh I love your hair color, what number is that?
Dawson: (giving her a look) You'll have to excuse Joey, she was born in a barn.
Jen: That's okay, uh Joey I just do highlights.
Joey: (nods) So, uh Jen are you a virgin?
Dawson: That's mature!
Joey: Well cause Dawson's a virgin and two virgins really make for a clumsy first experience don't you think?
Dawson: (moving next to her) You're going to die.
Joey: I just thought I'd help, you know (looking at Jen) cut to the chase.
Jen: No it's okay Dawson. Yes I am a virgin. How about you Joey, are you a virgin?
Joey: Please, years ago. (smiling knowingly) Trucker named Bubba.
Dawson grabs her arms and pulls her away.
Dawson: What is up with you?
Joey just looks at him. They get in line to buy tickets.
Cut to the inside of The Rialto. Pacey and Joey sit down in their seats, but Dawson let's Jen go first, causing him not to sit next to Joey. Joey notices and slouched down in her seat. Pacey sees Tamara take a seat a few rows ahead of them and goes to make his move.
Pacey: Back in a bit.
The lights dim and the movie begins. Joey slouches even deeper into her seat, her head in one hand. Close up on both Dawson's and Jen's faces as they watch the movie. Pan to Dawson's hand. It starts to reach for Jen's then pulls back. Joey becomes aware of his motions. Dawson taps his hand against his leg then goes for her hand again. It lightly brushes against Jen's, who takes notice. He finally makes him move, and takes her hand in his.
Joey: (sitting up) So, Jen are you a size queen?
Jen: Excuse me?
Joey: Well how important is the size to you?
Dawson: Joey!
She lifts her eyebrows at him and listens to Jen.
Jen: Well being a virgin, I guess I haven't really given it that much though, how about yourself Jo?
Joey: (debating) I'm torn...
Dawson: (grabbing her and pulling her out of her seat) You and me, outside now. I'm going to kill you. I'm going to kill you!
Joey: What do you think Dawson? (to Jen) Notice the long fingers?
Pan over to Pacey sitting down next to Tamara.
Pacey: Hey Tamara.
She turns smiling, until she realizes it's Pacey.
Tamara: Hi...Pacey what are you doing here?
Pacey: Just checking out the movie. I came with some friends.
Tamara: (looking back to where he's pointing.) Oh good, I'm glad.
Pacey: But I can sit here with you, you know. Wanna Milk Dud?
Tamara: No.
Pacey: By the way, The Summer of '42 is officially reserved in your name.
Tamara: Oh Pacey, look, I don't think you understand...
Pacey: No, no, no. It was nothing. I could even come over. We could watch it together.
A man with popcorn approaches the two and goes to sit down, only to find Pacey in his seat.
Tamara: Hi, uh Pacey are you sure you don't wanna go sit with your friends?
Pacey: (arrogant) Whose this guy?
Tamara: A friend.
Guy sitting behind them: Hey, quiet!
Tamara: Sorry.
Mr. Gold: Tammy, is this kid bothering you?
Tamara: No Benji.
Pacey: (snickering) Benji? Ms. Jacobs invited me herself.
Tamara: Not exactly. Look Pacey you have got to understand, I was only renting a movie.
Pacey looks confused.
Mr. Gold: Look, why don't I help you find your seat.
Pacey gets up quickly and pushes Benji. The popcorn spills all over the guy behind them, who punches Pacey in the face.
Cut to the lobby of the movie theater.
Dawson: Are you twiggy? What is your problem?
Joey: My problem is that from the moment Little Miss Highlights showed up you haven't said one word to me!
Dawson: Crap! That is pure crap and you know it!
Joey: All I know is that all your blood is rushing down and you can't even acknowledge another human being's even present.
Dawson: I like her okay! Sue me, I thought you were my friend. Where is a little understanding?
Joey: I understand. I'm tired of understanding. All I do is understand!
She goes to leave.
Dawson: Joey!
She turns back.
Joey: Nothing penetrates with you Dawson Your so far removed from reality you can't even see what's right in front of you.
Dawson: What are you talking about?
Joey: Your life. It's a freaking fairy tale and you don't even know it. (she approaches him) You just want *conflict* for that script of yours. (pause) Stop living in the movies. (pauses again) Grow up.
She leaves. Close up on Dawson's upset face.