USER: David's younger sister Ruth (16) has this really annoying emo friend, Olivia, who's always so sarcastic. In this script, written by a world-leading expert in hypnotic techniques (who wants to be a dominatrix), David (20) reluctantly agrees to let Olivia "hypnotize" him, sick of Ruth's pestering. He's fully expecting it to be totally cringe, deluded teenage nonsense. In fact, Olivia has been researching hypnosis techniques in detail, and expertly and easily takes Dave deep into trance, fractionating him (repeatedly bringing him out and rapidly re-dropping him) and giving him suggestions to enjoy the feeling of just giving in to her voice. In fact, Olivia gets a bit carried away, to Ruth's great amusement.
CHATBOT: INT. DAVID'S LIVING ROOM - EVENING David is lounging on the couch, watching TV. RUTH, his teenage sister, enters with OLIVIA, her emo friend. Olivia has purple streaks in her hair, black nail polish, and a book about hypnosis clutched in her hand. RUTH (pleading) Come on, David. Just let her try it. It's not like it's going to work anyway. David looks at Olivia, unimpressed and skeptical. He lets out an exasperated sigh. DAVID (sarcastically) Oh fine, if it will get you off my case. Olivia smirks confidently, adjusting her sleeves. She pulls a chair up and sits directly in front of David. OLIVIA (calm and controlled) David, look at me. I want you to focus on my voice and let yourself relax. David rolls his eyes but humors Olivia by fixing his gaze on her. OLIVIA (CONT'D) (concentrating) I know you don't believe in this, but give yourself a chance to experience it. Focus on the sound of my voice... Let it be the only thing you hear. David suddenly finds her voice more compelling than he anticipated. He becomes slightly more focused. OLIVIA (CONT'D) (relaxing tone) Now, take a deep breath in... hold it... and breathe out. Feel every muscle in your body becoming limp and relaxed. David's posture slouches as he breathes out. A hint of surprise crosses his face, but he doesn't resist. OLIVIA (CONT'D) (softly) Every time I snap my fingers and say 'sleep', you will feel yourself dropping ten times deeper into relaxation. Understand? David nods slightly, almost against his will. Olivia snaps her fingers. OLIVIA (CONT'D) Gently now... sleep. David's eyes close, his body relaxes further. Ruth watches with her mouth open, a mix of shock and amusement. RUTH (whispering) Oh my god, it's actually working! OLIVIA (assertive) David, when you wake up, you're going to find yourself enjoying the feeling of giving in to my voice. Your conscious resistance is fading. She snaps her fingers again. David's eyes open, and he looks surprisingly serene. DAVID (honestly surprised) I... feel kind of good? OLIVIA (slightly smirking) I'm glad to hear that. Now, sleep deep. She snaps her fingers once more, and David sinks into a deeper trance, his head lolling forward. RUTH (teasingly) Wow, did you make my brother a zombie? OLIVIA (amused, playful tone) Not a zombie, just a little more open-minded. Now, David, every time you hear me snap, you'll feel a wave of peace and pleasure. Olivia continues, enjoying the new-found power, while Ruth giggles at the strange turn of events. Olivia give...
USER: After Olivia's woken him up and given him a chance to collect his thoughts, Dave starts to talk about the experience, but as he's mid-flow, Olivia snaps her fingers near his face: "And sleep! Back down you go, that's it. And deeper every time." Ruth cracks up. Then Olivia has him believe he's a dog, crawling around etc
CHATBOT: FADE IN: INT. DAVID'S LIVING ROOM - LATER David is now sitting up, appearing more conscious. Olivia looks on, an impish glint in her eye, while Ruth watches the exchange with eager anticipation. DAVID (regaining composure) That was... bizarre. I actually felt like I couldn't keep my eyes open. Like you were pulling the thoughts straight out of my head. OLIVIA (grinning) That's how it works when you let go of those doubts. As David tries to articulate his experience, Olivia prepares for another round of her hypnotic power play. David, still navigating his confusion, doesn't notice her poised hand. DAVID (mid-sentence) And when you snapped your fingers, it was like-- Olivia quickly snaps her fingers near his face. OLIVIA (interrupting, commandingly) And sleep! Back down you go, that's it. And deeper every time. David's eyes flutter shut, and his head drops as he slumps back into his relaxed, trance-like state, an unwitting smile on his lips. Ruth bursts into laughter, clapping her hands in delight. RUTH (through giggles) Do it, Olivia! Make him do something funny! Olivia thinks for a moment, a mischievous look crossing her face. OLIVIA (to David, confidently) Now, David, when you wake up this time, you're going to feel very different... On the count of three, you'll believe you're a playful puppy. You love to crawl around, wag your imaginary tail, and you only communicate with barks and pants. One, two, and...three! She snaps her fingers to bring him back up. David's demeanor changes instantly - he drops to all fours and begins crawling around, acting uncannily like a dog. He even starts panting and barking in response to Ruth and Olivia cheering him on. Ruth is almost in tears from laughing so hard. OLIVIA (entertained) Good boy, Dave. Now, fetch! Olivia playfully tosses a cushion across the room. David, fully committed to his new persona, scurries after it on all fours and brings it back to her, dropping it at her feet before letting out a series of happy barks. RUTH (amused) Looks like you've really got a way with dogs, Liv! Olivia pats David on the head approvingly while Ruth continues to be highly amused at the spectacle before her. OLIVIA (jubilantly) Who knew? I guess I'm a natural. Ruth and Olivia share a high five, still laughing, as David crawls around, content and oblivious in his trance-induced state. FADE OUT.