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New Moon Unofficial Film Script — Romeo Must Not Die (Part 4)

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SEQ . INT. Yellow Porsche. Bella wakes up to hear a private conversation between Alice and Jasper. Bella is still wearing Jacob’s jacket.

ALICE
I think Bella is the only chance. But, the odds aren’t good. Don’t follow me. I promise, Jasper. One way or another, I’ll get out… And I love you.

Alice cuts off the connection.

ALICE
I hate lying to him.

BELLA
What do you mean?

ALICE
I promised him I would get out before they killed me, too. Bella, let me be very clear. None of us may survive this.

BELLA
Who are these Volturi?

ALICE (V.O. — voice over)
The Volturi have been in existence for more than 3,000 years. The ruling family is comprised of Aro, Caius and Marcus.

Image of the three elders in the Volturi court.

ALICE (V.O. — voice over)
And their wives.

Image of the three wives joining Aro, Caius and Marcus.

ALICE (V.O. — voice over)
However, Marcus’ wife died.

Image of Marcus grieving over the dead body of Didyme.

ALICE (V.O. — voice over)
They are joined by the members of their guard, each with a formidable talent and ability.

Image of the Volturi guard.

ALICE (V.O. — voice over)
Over the millennia, they have assumed the position of enforcing our rules — which actually translates to punishing transgressors. They fulfill that duty decisively.

Images of the Volturi scourging and purging during the vampire wars.

ALICE (V.O. — voice over)
We only have one chance. The Volturi have said no to killing Edward. Aro thinks it’s wasteful.

Images of the Volturi court with Edward supplicating for death and Aro’s refusal.

ALICE (V.O. — voice over)
Edward will force their hand in their own beloved city of Volterra, the city they’ve secretly held for thousands of years. Edward has decided. At noon, he will walk out into the sun.

Images of Edward in the shadow of the alley, watching the approaching sun and the hands of the clock tower moving towards the number 12. The people are in full celebration regalia of red and plastic fangs.

SEQ. EXT. Road. Seven minutes before noon. Bella and Alice are on a country road on the way to Volterra. The yellow Porsche approaches the gates of Volterra. Alice opens the car window for the guard.

GUARD
Only tour buses are allowed in today for St. Marcus Day, miss.

ALICE
It’s a private tour. I’m in a wee bit of a hurry.

Alice smiles and dazzles the guard.

GUARD
Of course, of course. Anything for the beautiful lady.

SEQ. EXT. Volterra Streets. Five minutes before noon. Action sequence wherein the yellow Porsche drives through narrow streets and crowds. The Volturi tries to block them in different ways: sudden movement of crowds, closed gates, attempts to physically stop the car, etc.

SEQ. EXT. Volterra Courtyard. Two minutes before noon.

ALICE
The Volturi are everywhere! Go towards the clock tower.

Alice points to the clock tower.

ALICE
He’s in the alley. Run, Bella!

The Volturi is directed by a cloaked figure to capture Alice, deeming her the more dangerous of the two. Alice thwarts their attempts by deliberately focusing attention on herself by joining a man on stilts and doing tricks. With the crowds looking on and clapping, the Volturi is halted in their tracks.

Meanwhile, Bella is immediately swallowed by the crowds. She goes through the fountain to cut through the courtyard. Bella stumbles to the ground. A Volturi guard almost catches her but Alice goes into his path. The clock begins to ring the twelve chimes to signal the noon hour.

Edward steps out from the alley. Bella recovers from her fall, runs and crashes into him.

SEQ. EXT. Volterra Courtyard. Noon. Edward clasps Bella’s face between his hands and looks down at her tenderly.

EDWARD
Isabella…

Edward lowers his face near her lips and inhales her breath.

EDWARD
Death, that hath suck’d the honey of thy breath,
Hath had no power yet upon thy beauty.

Edward inhales her scent.

EDWARD
You smell just exactly the same as always. So maybe this is hell. I don’t care. I’ll take it.

BELLA
Edward, I’m alive! I’m right here beside you!

Bella takes Edward’s hand and puts it over her heart.

BELLA
Touch me, Edward! Feel my heart beating!

Edward lifts Bella until he could lay his ear against her chest, listening to her beating heart.

EDWARD
Beautiful Bella. Is this some strange form of deranged death?

Bella grabs his face to force him to look at her.

BELLA
I’m alive! Edward, please believe me!

EDWARD
Amazing…

Bella catches a glimpse of a movement of dark cloaks. She tries to push Edward into moving, to no avail.

BELLA
We have to get out of here! C’mon! The Volturi are –

Edward stiffens, throws his red cloak over himself, puts Bella under the cloak with him and begins to walk swiftly through the crowd. The multitude of red cloaks and clothing partially hide them, but, still, Edward changes directions several times as the ways out of the city are blocked by the Volturi. As they are cornered, Edward ducks into an alley, where a dark figure is waiting for them at the far end.

SEQ. EXT. Alley. Midday. Edward goes deeper into the alley. Alice removes the cover from a drainage and slides into the hole. Bella balks at having to do the same thing.

EDWARD
It’s all right, Bella. Alice will catch you.

Edward releases her wrists to lower her into the hole to follow Alice.

SEQ INT. Drainage pipe. Bella passes through the winding pipe.

SEQ. INT. Subterranean Tunnel. Bella loses her balance as she lands unsteadily on her feet. Alice catches her before she falls.

ALICE
We’re going to try and escape the city through its old subterranean tunnels. Edward has read it in one of the guard’s minds.

The cover is placed over the circle of light, plunging them into darkness. Edward comes through the pipe and is immediately at Bella’s side. Edward flings Bella to his back; and, then, he and Alice begin to run swiftly through the tunnel.

SEQ. INT. Subterranean Tunnel. Edward makes a turn. Alice follows.

EDWARD
The Volturi have a tracker a thousand times more gifted than James. His name is Demetri.

SEQ. INT. Subterranean Tunnel. Demetri is concentrating with a bowed head. The Volturi guards are right behind him, waiting for his orders.

EDWARD (V.O. — Voice Over)
He reads the tenor of someone’s mind, then follows it. His talent works over long distances.

Demetri raises his head and opens his eyes. He gives a small nod to Felix.

FELIX
This way!

The Volturi guards go in the same direction that Edward and company has fled.

SEQ. INT. Subterranean Tunnel. As Edward and Alice run through the tunnel, a figure jumps from above to block their path. Edward and Alice crouch instinctively. Edward relaxes almost immediately. Alice looks askance at him. The figure approaches them confidently, before stopping in front of Alice, and stares into her eyes intently.

JASPER
What makes you think I don’t know when you’re lying to me? I will never let you face any danger without me to protect you.

ALICE
I didn’t want you to get hurt.

JASPER
Don’t you know by now that I would storm the heavens or hell itself to keep you safe? No matter what the cost. Do not attempt ever again to separate yourself from me. Do not ask it of me. I need you. You are my life.

SEQ. INT. Subterranean Tunnel. Edward and company is running, and then come to a sudden standstill. Through their heightened senses, they hear the fast approach of the Volturi guard. Jasper looks at Edward.

EDWARD
You’re right, Jasper.

Edward runs off with Bella, leaving Alice and Jasper behind.

SEQ. INT. Cullen Living Room. Early evening. Carlisle is on the phone, while Esme is seated near him. Rosalie is staring out the window with Emmett nearby.

CARLISLE
Hello, Charlie. I called to let you know that Alice has gotten in touch with us and said that she and Bella are in Italy. I’m sorry, Charlie, but I don’t have any more information. Yes, of course.

Carlisle puts down the telephone.

ROSALIE
None of them might come back. Bella, Edward, Alice, Jasper…

ESME
There must be something we can do.

CARLISLE
I’m afraid we can do nothing but wait. And hope…

SEQ. INT. Subterranean Crossroads. Edward slides Bella off his back and points her into one of the tunnels.

EDWARD
Bella, love, follow this tunnel to its very end. It will lead out of the city. No matter what happens, no matter what you see, hear, feel or sense, keep moving forward and get out of here.

BELLA
No!

EDWARD
Please, Bella. Please. Once you reach outside, call Carlisle.

Edward tucks a piece of paper into her jeans’ pocket.

EDWARD
He’ll arrange for you to get back to Forks. I promise that I’ll follow as soon as possible.

BELLA
Edward…

Edward hugs her tightly, and then releases her to put the hood over her head and zip up Jacob’s jacket.

EDWARD
Make sure to wear this jacket. The Volturi do not know its scent. It will help hide your trail. Go!

Edward pushes her in the right direction. Bella looks back.

EDWARD
Go! Please, Bella! I promise that I’ll follow soon.

Bella reluctantly begins to half-run, stumbling a little, as she goes into the tunnel. Edward stares after her and then begins a false trail in another tunnel.

SEQ a. INT. Subterranean courtyard. Alice and Jasper are fighting a losing battle with the Volturi guard. Edward jumps in to join the fray. As soon as Demetri spots him, he signals Felix. The Volturi guards throw something to the backs of the three battling vampires, which turn out to be small vampires who cling tightly to Edward, Alice and Jasper while holding a scimitar (a curved sword that’s perfect for decapitation) to their necks. The three reluctantly cease fighting.

SEQ b. INT. Subterranean courtyard. Edward, Alice and Jasper are kneeling on the floor with bent heads, the scimitars held at the ready to their necks by the small Volturi guards. A blazing fire is burning nearby.

FELIX
Where’s the human female?

Felix sniffs the air.

FELIX
What have you done? I can’t trace her scent. Or hear her heartbeat.

Felix gestures to one of the Volturi guard, who throws to him another scimitar. Felix runs the tip threateningly over the fingers of Alice’s hand. Jasper and Edward growl. Alice throws them a look of caution.

FELIX
Seems such a waste to have a fire without something to burn in it. Do you like our scimitars? They can just rip your heads off, of course, but we’ve found it more civilized to use the scimitars.

Demetri raises his head, with an unusual frown on his face. He shakes his head to signal Felix he can’t find Bella, and to proceed to the next course of action.

FELIX
Aro wants to meet your little Bella.

Edward growls at him. The scimitar is immediately within a centimeter of his neck. Alice glares at Edward. Felix smiles at his reaction.

FELIX
Instead of searching for her, I think we have to persuade Bella to come to us. Now what could possibly convince her to accept our invitation? Something irresistible. (imitating Edward’s voice) Bella! Bella! Bella!

Felix goes around the courtyard shouting Bella’s name in Edward’s pleading voice, making sure the sound goes into all the tunnels.

SEQ. INT. Subterranean tunnel. Bella hears Edward calling her. She stops then determinedly continues forward. She sees a small light that indicates she’s near the exit. She moves faster towards the light, despite the calls of Edward.

SEQ. EXT. City Walls. Bella pushes the stone door and exits. She hurriedly removes Jacob’s jacket and stuffs it in some nearby bushes.

SEQ. INT. Subterranean courtyard. Felix can be heard shouting Bella’s name in Edward’s voice in nearby tunnels. Felix returns to the courtyard.

FELIX
It’s been an hour.

Demetri looks at him impassively.

FELIX
Bella! Bella!

They hear a sound. Demetri signals the Volturi guard. Within seconds, they return with Bella.

BELLA
I’m sorry, Edward.

SEQ. INT. Volturi Court. Bella, Edward, Alice and Jasper enter the well-lit court, flanked by the guard. Demetri offers his hand to Aro. Aro greets them even as he reads Demetri’s mind. Marcus and Caius are beside Aro.

ARO
Edward! We are so very pleased to welcome you back! And, of course, Alice and Jasper! And this must be the lovely Bella. Also on behalf of Marcus and Caius, I welcome you all to Volterra on St. Marcus Day!

EDWARD
On behalf of my companions and myself, we thank you for your kind reception.

ARO
Oh, forgive me. We haven’t been introduced properly at all, have we? It’s just that I feel like I know you already when I read Edward’s mind yesterday. Jasper, the mighty warrior who has survived thousands of vampire attacks. Fascinating Alice, who can see the things yet to come. And, the captivating Bella, the one exception to Edward’s impressive talent.

Aro focuses on Bella.

ARO
I was wondering, since our talents are similar, may I try to see if you are an exception for me as well? But my talent requires physical contact, so if you would be so kind as to raise your hand?

A terrified Bella looks at Edward for guidance, who nods slightly. Bella raises her hand as requested. Aro touches his hand to hers. His confidence changes to doubt, incredulity then a friendly mask.

ARO
A first. I wonder if she is immune to our other talents… Jane, dear?

A roar rips out from Edward. Jane beatifically smiles at him. Edward collapses and silently writhes in pain on the ground. Jasper and Bella make a slight movement towards Edward as if to help him. Alice grabs Bella by the shoulders to stop her. Jane smiles at Jasper. Jasper falls to the floor in pain, an occasional hiss escaping from his lips.

ARO
Alice, if you please…

Alice reluctantly releases Bella and takes a couple of steps away from her. Bella looks at the writhing figures, then raises her head to meet the gaze of Jane, prepared to be tortured as well. Jane smiles at Bella. But nothing happens. Jane increases the intensity of her efforts, glaring at Bella. Aro laughs delightedly and touches Jane on the shoulder.

ARO
Don’t be put out, dear one. She confounds us all. Cease and be at peace.

Edward and Jasper spring lithely to their feet, and, together with Alice, form a circle around Bella. Marcus touches Aro’s palm briefly.

ARO
(to Marcus) Thank you.

Marcus moves away towards the windows.

ARO
(to Edward and company) Marcus is surprised at the intensity of your family’s ties with one another. (to Alice) Your brother seems to think you infallible, but, apparently, there was some mistake.

ALICE
Oh, I’m far from infallible. As you can see today, I cause problems as often as I cure them.

ARO
You’re too modest. I’ve seen some of your more amazing exploits, and I must admit I’ve never seen anything like your talent. Wonderful! (to Edward) You see, Edward? What did I tell you? Aren’t you glad that I didn’t give you what you wanted yesterday?

EDWARD
Yes, Aro, I am.

ARO

I adore a happy ending. They are so rare. Ah, the bliss of true love. And the tragedy of its loss.

Aro glances briefly at Marcus then turns his gaze back to Edward and company.

ARO
My young friends, we are in a quandary. You have broken our most basic of laws by telling Bella of our secret existence.

Edward tries to speak, but, Aro raises his hand.

ARO
But, let it not be said that the Volturi are not merciful. Alec, leave their sight and hearing.

Alec looks in the direction of Edward and Jasper. A mist travels from him and surrounds the two male vampires.

EDWARD
No!

ARO
We, Marcus, Caius and I, will spare all of you. But we claim Bella. Only her life will be forfeit.

With Alec’s mist, Edward and Jasper are incapacitated. They cannot move nor speak. However, their sight and hearing are intact, and they are still aware of the proceedings. Aro beckons to Bella to come closer to him. Bella is forced by the Volturi guards to move forward.

ARO
I’m so curious, you see. Edward, do you know that we have a name for her? La Tua Cantante. Her blood sings for you. Just remembering the siren call of her blood through your memories makes me thirsty.

Aro sniffs delicately.

ARO
Ah– The bouquet is tantalizing.

Aro lowers his head towar...