4400 Ariana Jackson 2nd Rev Network Draft 1/19/21 49.
The women exchange a look, Shanice clearly roaring back from her personal tragedy and into full kickass mode; Claudette awakening to the possibilities of her newfound power. Together, they’re going to be a force to be reckoned with. CLAUDETTE I think I might just like 2021. (beat, then) You think that piano’s in tune? As they both contemplate the covered piano in the corner -- INT. BOIS BLANC HOTEL - BALLROOM - A LITTLE LATER Claudette has taken the cover off the piano, sits down, cracks her knuckles, a small smile conveying her absolute glee as she starts the opening riff of Little Richard’s Lucille -- CLAUDETTE Lucille, you won’t do your sister’s At first, people are confused. But then some start to get into it. A few begin a spontaneous dance floor near the piano, paving the way for more to join -- a much-needed cathartic relief. Mildred is with Hayden near the door. Hayden bops his head to the music, and Mildred grins watching everyone -- MILDRED Old people are far-out. Hayden can see she’s really into it, gives her a little nudge to go out on the dance floor. She holds out her hand for him to come, but he shakes his head. She shrugs and heads out to the dance floor, where Rev Johnson greets her warmly, including her. ANGLE ON: Shanice sways a little, observing. Andre walks over -- ANDRE Am I to ascertain ragtime is no longer en vogue ? SHANICE Wait till you hear the Thong Song. ANDRE will/Lucille, you won’t do your sister’s will/You ran off and married, but I love you still
Well, Mrs. Williams is quite a surprising talent, perhaps she’ll play it for us. In the meantime, would you care to dance?
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