A DAY IN THE LIFE
TOUCHED BY AN ANGEL
HUBBARD STREET
BY
HENRIETTE MOUSTAKIS
TEASER
FADE IN:
INT. ELEVEN-FOWARD. NIGHT. SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2001
It is crowded. There are several Angels standing observing the crowd. They are MONICA, TESS, ANDREW and GLORIA. It is the opening of Ruiz's new restaurant Eleven-Forward. The same crowd as the teaser and Act one of "Ground Zero" are present. They are the Bravo men and their wives. The Angels are observing sight unseen.
MONICA - ANGEL
What are we doing here, Tess?
GLORIA - ANGEL
What is here?
TESS - ANGEL
This is the opening of a restaurant named "Eleven-Forward". It's owned by a man named Alberto Ruiz.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Why is everyone dressed so strange?
ANDREW - ANGEL
It's a Star Trek restaurant.
GLORIA - ANGEL
What's Star Trek?
TESS - ANGEL
Star Trek was a TV show in the sixties. It spawned other shows and quite a few movies. It's really quite silly.
ANDREW - ANGEL
It's not silly. You just hate sci-fi. Just because you were a cucumber once---
TESS - ANGEL
Once was enough.
GLORIA - ANGEL
You were a vegetable?
TESS - ANGEL
(ignoring comment)
The ones in black are Klingons. They're the warrior clan. The ones with the pointed ears are Vulcans. They're always logical.
MONICA - ANGEL
We're here to be logical?
TESS - ANGEL
We're here to help the helpers. You see, tomorrow something bad may happen. The Father has sent us to help if it does.
GLORIA - ANGEL
How bad?
TESS - ANGEL
Very bad. You remember the bombing? This will be much worse. Come, I'll introduce you to the helpers.
They walk over to the table. The people freeze in time. They are MYRON GOLDMAN, MARVIN JOHNSON, MARCUS TAYLOR, ALBERTO RUIZ, JOHNNY MC KAY, FRANK HOCKENBERRY, MAYLING HOCKENBERRY, ANDREW HOCKENBERRY, ZEK ANDERSON, and DR. JENNIFER SEYMORE-ANDERSON. Tess walks by and puts her hand on their shoulder as she introduces them.
TESS - ANGEL
These men and women met many years ago in Vietnam. There was a war going on before you were created.
GLORIA - ANGEL
I remember reading about it.
TESS - ANGEL
The men were in the infantry. This is
(puts hand on Goldman)
Myron Goldman. This is
(puts hand on Johnson)
Marvin Johnson. This is
(puts hand on Taylor)
Marcus Taylor. This is
(puts hand on Ruiz)
Alberto Ruiz, the man in charge. And this
(puts hand on Mc Kay)
Is John Mc Kay.
She continues to Frank and family.
ANDREW - ANGEL
Let me do this.
(walks over)
Before I begin, you must know something. This family is very special to us. We've known them for eighteen years.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Isn't that a long time on one case?
ANDREW - ANGEL
Frank was a very special case. Besides the resemblance, he's like one of the family.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Who can't get into his bathroom? I remember.
ANDREW - ANGEL
I worked with him for many years, till he didn't need me anymore.
(puts hand on Frank)
He had problems, too many too mention, till he met and married
(puts hand on Mayling)
Mayling. She is the rock of the family and the finest woman I've met in a long time. This
(puts hand on Andrew)
Is their son, Andrew. Frank named him after me.
TESS - ANGEL
And we've never heard the last of it. You have a problem with pride, Angel Boy.
ANDREW - ANGEL
Andrew is at the obnoxious teenage stage but he's lovable. He will grow up to be a fine man like his father.
(walks away from table)
Just like all the men and women at this table. You can continue, Tess.
Tess walks over to Zek.
TESS - ANGEL
(puts hand on Zek)
This is Zek Anderson and this is
(puts hand on Jenny)
Dr. Jennifer Seymore-Anderson. She only believes in science and tells everyone we're delusions. She really believes but won't admit it to anyone. She has a good heart. These are our helpers. There is one more who will come later. You won't meet him. Care to hear them now?
GLORIA - ANGEL
I don't see why not.
TESS - ANGEL
Before you do, there is something you need to know. If these bad things happen, you are NOT to tell anyone who and what you are. You have to be human with them.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Will they see me?
TESS - ANGEL
Tomorrow. For now let's just listen.
The table becomes alive. Mayling has left the table and is standing with two other people, COLM MEANY and MICHAEL DORN. They are actors.
ZEK ANDERSON
He's made the right choice. She's one of the most beautiful women here. Who's talking to them?
MYRON GOLDMAN
Entertainment Tonight.
JOHNNY MC KAY
They're taking pictures.
MYRON GOLDMAN
She looks very aggravated.
Frank starts laughing.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
I wouldn't laugh, dad. You ain't gonna get no nooky tonight. She's pissed.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Ain't gettin no, that's not proper English.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Would you rather I say, you ain't getting laid?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
I'd rather you not say anything.
GLORIA - ANGEL
What's nooky?
TESS - ANGEL
Nooky is the slang term for how Frank and Mayling got Andrew.
GLORIA - ANGEL
You mean sex: a biological function with the sole purpose to create offspring.
TESS - ANGEL
Let me explain something to you. It is true that sex creates offspring; but, with higher life forms like humans, it provides companionship and what humans call love.
GLORIA - ANGEL
I already know married love is a sacrament.
TESS - ANGEL
Love is the only thing that will help them now. Not only will these people have to prove it, but one may end up going back with Andrew. For now, let's leave them alone and let them enjoy their night.
FADE OUT:
END OF TEASER
ACT ONE
FADE IN:
SCENE ONE
EXT. CENTRAL PARK. MORNING. SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2001
The four Angels are standing looking at the skyline.
MONICA - ANGEL
It's a beautiful morning, Tess. How can you say something bad will happen?
ANDREW - ANGEL
She's right. I've already gotten special instructions. I'll be busy all day.
GLORIA - ANGEL
What will happen?
ANDREW - ANGEL
It already started.
MONICA - ANGEL
The planes are on their way. The Father tried his best to stop it but he couldn't. He can't fight free will.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Is that the enemy?
TESS - ANGEL
Free will is not the enemy. It's what people do with it that's the enemy. You better go, Andrew. They'll be here any minute. You too, Monica.
MONICA - ANGEL
I understand.
Monica and Andrew walk away. Four more Angels appear. They are SAM, ADAM, RUTH and RAPHAEL. They approach Tess and Gloria.
SAM - ANGEL
Hello, Tess.
TESS - ANGEL
Hello, Sam. We just got the word. Monica and Andrew have already left. Let's go, Gloria. We have work to do.
The group disperses.
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SCENE TWO
INT. HIGH-RISE APARTMENT. MORNING. -- CONTINUOUS
Two adults and a child are in their living room. They are MARY and her PARENTS. Dad is on the phone. Mom is standing by the window balcony. Mary is walking around with a glass of milk in her hand.
MOM
(turning to Mary)
Now drink it all.
Dad gets off the phone.
DAD
That milk costs more than gas lately. Come over here, Mary.
She does.
DAD
Give Daddy a hug before he goes to work.
She does. Mom comes over. A blast is heard and glass flies everywhere. The parents fall to the floor. Dad covers Mary. A second blast is heard. The force causes the couch to almost crush them. Mary's hand moves. She tries to get out from under her father but he's too heavy.
MARY
Daddy, I can't breathe. Daddy, get up.
Mary sees a hand. It is Andrew the Angel.
ANDREW - ANGEL
Give me your hand, Mary.
She does.
ANDREW - ANGEL
Get up.
MARY
Daddy's too heavy.
ANDREW - ANGEL
(moving the body.)
It's okay now. Get up. Give me your hand.
She does and looks around. She is badly cut. It looks like a tornado hit the room. She sees her parents.
ANDREW - ANGEL
(Holding her)
Mary, listen to me. My name is Andrew. I'm here to help you.
MARY
Why won't Mommy and Daddy wake up?
ANDREW - ANGEL
They're asleep. Now go to the balcony. It's important for you to go there and never leave.
MARY
Why?
ANDREW - ANGEL
Just go.
She does. As she reaches it, she turns back to see Andrew gone. The sound of a helicopter is heard above. She looks up to see a man reaching the balcony. It is Johnny Mc Kay.
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SCENE THREE
EXT. STREET. MORNING. -- CONTINUOUS
All is in chaos. Service personnel are everywhere. The wounded are being carried out. What once was a door can be seen in the distance in front of them. Monica and Andrew are waiting. They look up.
MONICA - ANGEL
Why Andrew? Why did this have to happen?
ANDREW - ANGEL
That's what everyone is asking. They're coming.
OFFICER REYNOLDS comes with the group minus Johnny Mc Kay, Ruiz and Dr. Seymore.
OFFICER REYNOLDS
The Sony building is to your left. The morgue is down the street.
MARCUS TAYLOR
What can I do?
OFFICER REYNOLDS
There's still people trapped in there. We need to get them out.
Taylor starts to run. Andrew stops him.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
NO! You can't go in.
MARCUS TAYLOR
People are in trouble.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
My dream is coming true. If you go in, you'll die.
MARCUS TAYLOR
(assuring him)
I will not die. I didn't spend two tours in Vietnam to die on American soil. I'll see you later.
He runs in. Andrew follows but is stopped by Monica.
MONICA - ANGEL
NO! Don't go.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
(turning)
I have to stop him.
MONICA - ANGEL
He won't feel any pain.
Andrew looks back and sees Andrew walk in after Taylor.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
NO! It can't be happening.
The building starts to crumble. All look up.
MONICA - ANGEL
RUN!
It starts to fall and they run. Monica watches as the building falls on Taylor. Andrew waits with Adam till Taylor's spirit gets up. Taylor looks around and is confused. He looks at the two Angels.
MARCUS TAYLOR
Andrew? What are you doing here? What just happened?
He looks at the debris and sees his hand under it.
MARCUS TAYLOR
Hey! That's my hand. Am I under that?
ANDREW - ANGEL
Yes, Taylor. You're dead. It was very quick.
MARCUS TAYLOR
But how?
ANDREW - ANGEL
The debris sent you to the ground. One brick hit your spinal cord right below your neck, breaking your neck and---
MARCUS TAYLOR
Spare me the details, bro. Who is your friend?
ADAM - ANGEL
My name is Adam. I've come to take you home.
MARCUS TAYLOR
That's his job.
ANDREW - ANGEL
I'm needed elsewhere. Before I leave---
MARCUS TAYLOR
Don't go anywhere, bud. First of all, after all your hype I don't even get you. I get a replacement. Secondly, this is NOT the way I wanted to go. I expected to be making love to some beautiful brown sugar and---
ANDREW - ANGEL
I told you he was colorful.
MARCUS TAYLOR
Colorful? Man, I'm pissed. This is so---defeating. I tell you, Andrew, if I HAD been with someone, I would DEFINITELY make you wait.
ADAM - ANGEL
You did say he was a man who loved life.
MARCUS TAYLOR
Yeah, I just wish it were longer.
ANDREW - ANGEL
Before I leave, is there anything you want your friends to know?
MARCUS TAYLOR
(looking back at hand)
That's a tough one. You didn't even give me time to write an acceptance speech.
Andrew checks his watch.
MARCUS TAYLOR
Put down that watch. Tell them, I died as I lived, on duty and tell them, even though I never showed it openly, I loved them.
ADAM - ANGEL
I will. Let's go Taylor. It's time,
MARCUS TAYLOR
Wait! Will they find me?
ANDREW - ANGEL
Yes. Now go. The Father waits.
MARCUS TAYLOR
You mean I actually get the big guy? Right on, Bro.
Adam and Taylor walk off as Andrew walks to the warehouse. The second tower is about to fall. He sees Dr. Seymore approach a van. The tower starts falling. Andrew starts to glow and becomes CHARLIE THE WINO. Dr. Seymore looks up and starts to run. The debris follows closer than she can run. Charlie grabs her and throws her into a Starbucks. He covers her as the glass falls in on them. Then there is silence and lots of dust and debris is everywhere. He gets off her. They are both white.
DR. SEYMORE-ANDERSON
You saved my life. Thank you.
CHARLIE - WINO
You're welcome.
DR. SEYMORE-ANDERSON
(sitting up)
What just happened?
CHARLIE - WINO
The world caved in.
(giving hand)
They call me Charlie.
DR. SEYMORE-ANDERSON
(taking his)
Dr. Seymore.
(looking up)
I never thought I'd be so happy to see a Starbucks.
(getting up)
I have to get back to the hospital. WHOA!
CHARLIE - WINO
Don't get up too fast. You'll get dizzy.
DR. SEYMORE-ANDERSON
(seeing Charlie's hand)
Your hand is cut. Come with me. You wait while I check the others here.
She does as Charlie waits.
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SCENE FOUR
EXT. GROUND ZERO. MORNING. -- CONTINUOUS
Ruiz is by a water truck. He has several volunteers in front of him. One is Gloria.
ALBERTO RUIZ
My name is Alberto Ruiz. I am representing several restaurateurs who are dispersing food and water to the workers. This will be a big job. You'll find alot of very tired people. It's our job to keep them going. Any questions?
Gloria raises her hand. He points.
ALBERTO RUIZ
Yes? I believe your name is Gloria.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Where do we start?
ALBERTO RUIZ
Good question. Give me a few minutes to figure it out. Gloria, you stay with me.
He walks over to a POLICEMAN and they speak. Monica appears.
MONICA - ANGEL
How are you doing?
GLORIA - ANGEL
Fine. Dispersing water isn't very bad.
MONICA - ANGEL
You'll be dispersing more than water. These people need hope. They lost a lot of good people today.
Ruiz walks over to Gloria. He does not see Monica.
ALBERTO RUIZ
Give me a minute. I'll tell the others where to go.
He goes over to the crowd and comes back.
ALBERTO RUIZ
Let's go, Gloria. We'll hit triage first.
They start to walk.
ALBERTO RUIZ
Are you from New York?
GLORIA - ANGEL
I am visiting.
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SCENE FIVE
INT. SONY WAREHOUSE. MORNING. -- CONTINUOUS
Mayling and Andrew are bringing medical supplies to Frank and other doctors. Everyone is working on survivors. Dr. Seymore walks in. She is covered with soot and is being followed by Charlie. Frank looks up and sees her. He finishes his patient and runs over to them.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Jenny, you're all right. What happened?
DR. SEYMORE-ANDERSON
I went to the van for supplies and all hell broke loose. I started running and Charlie grabbed me and threw me into a Starbucks. He shielded me with his body when the windows broke and saved my life.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
(looking at Charlie)
Thank you, Charles.
CHARLIE - WINO
My name is Charlie.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
You deserve more respect than that. You saved my friend's life. You wouldn't happen to have a flask with you?
CHARLIE - WINO
Yeah, why?
DR. SEYMORE-ANDERSON
Frank, don't start drinking now.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
It's alcohol. We're running low on the rubbing kind. How else would we sterilize our instruments?
(to Charlie)
Could you give me the flask, please?
CHARLIE - WINO
You buy me another one?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
I will buy you one.
CHARLIE - WINO
(taking it)
Here.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
(touching him)
You're hurt. Your hand is cut. Come with me. I'll get it out.
(to Jenny)
Here, take my phone. Zek's worried about you. I'll take care of him.
The two walk off. Frank picks up the tweezers and rubbing alcohol.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
You're not afraid, are you?
CHARLIE - WINO
No.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
(starting to work)
That was a brave thing you did. Dr. Seymore is a special lady, a healer.
CHARLIE - WINO
I didn't see your job. I saw a person. That was all I needed.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Give me your hand.
He does and Frank is pulled back.
CHARLIE - WINO
Anything wrong?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
It's your hand. It doesn't fit your life style. They're so fragile and gentle. You haven't been on the streets long.
CHARLIE - WINO
Longer than you think.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
What are you plans?
CHARLIE - WINO
I want to help.
Mayling comes by and watches.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Not with these hands. The cuts will get infected. You can't trust people and blood anymore.
CHARLIE - WINO
I want to help.
Frank looks at a bag by his side.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
I have an idea.
(picks up bag)
My wife wears gloves at work. I bought this for her birthday. She doesn't know. I don't know if I should give you these.
She walks over and takes the gloves from his hands and gives them to Charlie.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
How did you know?
MAYLING HOCKENBERRY
After all these years I know you like a book.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
May, get me some bandages.
(does)
Welcome to the party.
(wraps his hands)
These gloves should fit.
CHARLIE - WINO
(putting on gloves)
Who do I see?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
The guy in blue by the door.
Charlie starts walking.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Charles?
CHARLIE - WINO
(turning)
What?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Nothing.
Charlie starts walking.
MAYLING HOCKENBERRY
What is it, Frank?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
It's his hands. They didn't feel right.
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SCENE SIX
INT. SONY WAREHOUSE. MORNING. -- LATER
Triage is as usual. Even Charlie is working. Ruiz and Gloria are passing out water bottles. He and Frank have been talking.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Look, Ru? Do me a favor. Take Andrew. I'd rather he help you than see this.
ALBERTO RUIZ
Yes, sir.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
(seeing Andrew)
Andrew? Come here!
He does.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Yeah, Dad?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
I want you to help Ruiz. He's supplying food and water.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
But you need me?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
You aren't a medic, I am. You help Ruiz. Okay?
Andrew and Ruiz walk away. Gloria is busy giving water.
ALBERTO RUIZ
Gloria?
GLORIA - ANGEL
(turning)
Yes?
ALBERTO RUIZ
This is Andrew. He's going to be helping us.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Nice to meet you, Gloria.
ALBERTO RUIZ
Look, Andrew. I know you saw Taylor enter. He may still be alive. Don't worry.
GLORIA - ANGEL
There is always hope. Here are some bottles.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
You live in New York?
GLORIA - ANGEL
I am from out of town.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
You're visiting, like us. I had a feeling we should have stayed home. But, my dad wouldn't hear it. Sometimes he can be a real mule.
GLORIA - ANGEL
That must be him singing.
ALBERTO RUIZ
Who died?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
It IS dad singing.
ALBERTO RUIZ
(covering his ears)
Is that what you call it?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
I'll go and make him stop.
He goes over and sees Frank working on Mary. When he's finished, she is in tears.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
There. That wasn't bad, was it?
She shakes her head NO.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
It was my singing that made you cry, right? My dogs always cry.
He kisses her forehead.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
You stay here. I'll find someone to take you to a hospital. I need someone to watch you for a few minutes. I'll be right back.
He looks around and sees Andrew.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Son, could you?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Sure, Dad.
He walks over. Ruiz and Gloria watch.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
This is my son, Andrew. He'll watch you.
ALBERTO RUIZ
That man constantly amazes me. I'm just glad about one thing.
GLORIA - ANGEL
What's that?
ALBERTO RUIZ
He didn't sing in Nam. We would have lost the war sooner.
Andrew comes back.
ALBERTO RUIZ
Andrew, your father is crazy.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
You just discovered that?
Ruiz puts his hand on Andrew's shoulder.
ALBERTO RUIZ
He makes me proud to know him, as long as he doesn't sing. Let's get back to work.
The three walk away.
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SCENE SEVEN
INT. SONY WAREHOUSE. MORNING. -- LATER
Frank is wrapping a PATIENT'S hand. Charlie watches quietly and hands him the bandages.
CHARLIE - WINO
That was a good move with the little girl.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
I have four of my own. I've had a lot of practice. I'm just glad she knew a song I know. I hate Barney. Barney is every parent's nightmare. You got kids, Charles?
CHARLIE - WINO
No.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Wife?
CHARLIE - WINO
No.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
You must be very lonely.
CHARLIE - WINO
I have a very rich life.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
On the streets?
CHARLIE - WINO
I wasn't always on the streets.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
(to patient)
You're done. Take it easy. Your heads going to hurt for awhile.
The patient leaves.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
I still can't believe this happened. Where was God? Why didn't he stop this? I've been a crime victim. I understand one-on-one pain. But this? Where was he? I just don't understand.
MAN ONE enters with another Patient.
MAN ONE
Another man, Doc?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Bring him over.
(to Charlie)
We got work to do, Charles.
The two walk to the injured man.
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SCENE EIGHT
INT. HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOM. DAY. -- LATER
All is in chaos. Tess and Ruth are working as nurses. Mary is brought in and Tess sees her. She is with a NURSES AIDE.
TESS - ANGEL
And who do we have here?
NURSES AIDE
She came from Ground Zero triage.
TESS - ANGEL
Where are her parents?
The aide shakes his head NO. Tess checks her arms.
TESS - ANGEL
My, my! You did have a busy day. Whoever took care of you did a good job.
MARY
It was the singing doctor.
TESS - ANGEL
Did this singing doctor have a name?
MARY
Frank. He looked like Andrew.
Ruth comes by.
TESS - ANGEL
Andrew, who?
MARY
The man who told me to go to the window. He looked just like the singing doctor, Frank. Frank was bad.
TESS - ANGEL
Bad doctor?
MARY
Bad singer.
And ORDERLY comes over.
ORDERLY
Nurse, we have an emergency.
TESS - ANGEL
I'll be right there. Mary, you wait here. Someone is calling your Aunt right now.
RUTH - ANGEL
I'll stay with her. You go on, Tess.
Tess leaves. Ruth sits next to Mary and takes her hand.
RUTH - ANGEL
Tell me about yourself, Mary?
MARY
What do you want to know?
RUTH - ANGEL
What do you like to do for fun?
MARY
I like to play with my dolls. I pretend I'm their mother.
RUTH - ANGEL
And how do you play?
MARY
We have tea parties. Sometimes we watch TV.
RUTH - ANGEL
And what do you and your dolls watch?
MARY
Barney. We sing the song together.
RUTH - ANGEL
Is that what the singing doctor sang?
MARY
Yeah, and he was real bad.
Tess comes back.
TESS - ANGEL
I'm back. Your Aunt is on her way.
MARY
Was the doctor an Angel?
TESS - ANGEL
Sweetheart, anyone can be an angel. Angels help you when you're in trouble. They can even be singing doctors. Believe me, not all Angels can sing.
A woman runs to them. She is AUNT JENNY, Mary's aunt.
AUNT JENNY
MARY!
MARY
(turning)
Aunt Jenny!
Mary runs to her. Jenny hugs her. Tess walks up to them.
AUNT JENNY
Thank you for taking care of her. I couldn't get here any sooner. It's a zoo out there.
TESS - ANGEL
All we did was watch her. Someone else took care of her.
AUNT JENNY
(seeing her cuts)
You were really hurt. Who helped you?
MARY
The singing doctor.
AUNT JENNY
I'm confused.
TESS - ANGEL
A medic in triage sang to her as he pulled out the glass. They sang the Barney song.
MARY
He sang bad.
RUTH - ANGEL
I think she means he was tone deaf.
AUNT JENNY
Where is he now?
TESS - ANGEL
At ground zero. That's all we know.
MARY
Aunt Jenny?
AUNT JENNY
Yes, Mary?
MARY
He looked like the man who helped me at home. Andrew told me to go to the window. When I did, he was gone and the two men picked me up.
TESS - ANGEL
The police said she was rescued by a helicopter from her balcony by two men. I wish I could tell you more.
AUNT JENNY
Thank you, Miss---
TESS - ANGEL
Tess is fine.
MARY
Aunt Jenny?
AUNT JENNY
Yes, Mary?
TESS - ANGEL
Tess said those men could be Angels.
AUNT JENNY
Mary, honey, Angels don't need helicopters. They probably fly. It's their wings.
Ruth clears her throat.
TESS - ANGEL
(to Mary)
Baby. Even people can be Angels. They can't fly and need helicopters. You go home now.
(to Jenny)
I wish I could tell you more. All we know is the man's first name.
AUNT JENNY
What is it?
TESS - ANGEL
Frank. See you later, Mary. Bye now.
MARY
Bye.
Mary takes Jenny's hand and they walk off.
RUTH - ANGEL
I wish they'd stop saying we have wings.
TESS - ANGEL
Let them believe it. It can only help us. We can stay more hidden. Let's get back to work.
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SCENE NINE
INT. MORGUE. DAY. -- LATER
Goldman wheels in Taylor's body. Two men are washing the dead. They are Sam and Raphael. Goldman sees them for the first time.
SAM - ANGEL
Hello, Myron.
MYRON GOLDMAN
Sam? What are you doing here?
SAM - ANGEL
The same thing you are, helping out.
MYRON GOLDMAN
(sees Raphael)
Are you two alone?
SAM - ANGEL
There's a whole bunch of us down here.
(looking at Taylor)
Well, hello Detective Taylor. Andrew told me about you. You were a brave man.
MYRON GOLDMAN
The best. When you finish, could you not cover his face. It will be covered soon enough.
RAPHAEL - ANGEL
We won't. He's in a good place, Mr. Goldman. Right now, he's surrounded by love. It's okay to mourn. You don't need to be stoic all the time.
MYRON GOLDMAN
I thought I cried all my tears when my wife died. I didn't think I had any left. I feel like a dam about to burst.
SAM - ANGEL
Have you moved on, Myron?
MYRON GOLDMAN
Yes, I'm engaged. We were about to talk details when I got back. Then this happened.
RAPHAEL - ANGEL
Don't wait too long. To us, life is eternal. Time means nothing. To you, it means everything. Tell the people you love, you love them everyday. Your time could be over sooner than you think.
MYRON GOLDMAN
(to Taylor)
I hope you're happy, Taylor. Don't be too much of a rascal. You might get sent downstairs. I love you, man. You think he heard me?
SAM - ANGEL
Every word. It's time we tend to his body. There are others who need your help.
Goldman leaves. Sam looks at Taylor. When he looks up, Adam is standing there.
ADAM - ANGEL
He went peacefully. It's like he knew. It's like they all knew.
SAM - ANGEL
A man of duty always knows.
CUT TO:
SCENE TEN
INT. FUELING WAREHOUSE. DAY. -- LATER
Andrew is sitting down resting. Gloria sits next to him. He is sad. He has just seen Taylor.
GLORIA - ANGEL
You look sad. What has happened?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
They found Taylor. He's dead. It's all my fault.
GLORIA - ANGEL
No, it is not. You did not fly those planes.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
No, but I knew this would happen. I dreamt it. I should have tried harder to stop him. Maybe if I ran after him?
GLORIA - ANGEL
Then you would be dead too. Do you want to die?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
No, but if I had grabbed him, he would see the building and get a running chance. WE made it, so could he. If only---
GLORIA - ANGEL
If? Did you ever notice how strange the work IF is? If THIS, if THAT? Maybe it's better not to use the word IF.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
I don't get you.
GLORIA - ANGEL
You did what you could. He wanted to go into the building. Nothing you could have done would have changed his mind.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Then why the dream?
GLORIA - ANGEL
Maybe it was a message.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
From who, God?
GLORIA - ANGEL
Why not? God wanted to save your life. Why do YOU feel guilty?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
I don't feel guilty.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Then why did you want to run after him? Was it really to stop him or join him?
Andrew glares at her as Ruiz walks over.
ALBERTO RUIZ
Hey, you two, break is over.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Yes, sir. I will be right on it.
She leaves. Ruiz sits next to Andrew.
ALBERTO RUIZ
How you doin', son?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
I'm having a hard time taking all this in.
ALBERTO RUIZ
We all are. Your dad and I were in the war and even we are overwhelmed. Every time we went out on patrol and a man died before us, we were shocked. That could have been us. We never got used to it. That's why your dad gave you to me. He knew you wouldbe in shock. How about we get back to work?
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SCENE ELEVEN
EXT. GROUND ZERO. DAY. -- LATER
A group of tired workers are trying to remove debris. Gloria comes by with water. Andrew watches her quietly.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Can I interest you in some water?
MAN SIX
You sure can.
He grabs the water and gulps it down.
MAN SIX
You're a Godsend.
GLORIA - ANGEL
I am not supposed to say what I am. Would you like some water?
MAN SEVEN
(grabbing water)
Thanks. You're an Angel.
GLORIA - ANGEL
I am not supposed to say that either.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
(walking over)
Gloria, we need to talk.
GLORIA - ANGEL
(walking to him)
What issue do you wish to address?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Your conversational ability. You never use contractions. Everything you say comes out cold. You sound like Mr. Data.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Who is Mr. Data?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
A sentient android from Star Trek. Where have you been lately?
GLORIA - ANGEL
Star Trek, a space opera from the 1960's that spawned other television shows and various movies.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
You did it again. You don't even act human.
GLORIA - ANGEL
I'm not. Oh, I should have not said that.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Then what are you?
Monica appears.
MONICA - ANGEL
She's an angel and we're breaking her in.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
You picked a hell-of-a place to do it. I knew there wasn't something right about her. Is she really an angel or a robot?
GLORIA - ANGEL
I am an angel. I was just born.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
You picked a great world to be born into.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Monica, Tess told me no one is to know. I must not change free will.
MONICA - ANGEL
(smiling)
Trust me, Gloria. No one can change Andrew's will. He has a mind of his own.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Is he the one who is in love with your legs?
MONICA - ANGEL
How did you know?
GLORIA - ANGEL
Andrew told me. He also said---
MONICA - ANGEL
Yes.
(to Andrew)
Your father's right. You have to find someone human.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
And who told Andrew?
GLORIA - ANGEL
Tess. She also said you were an obnoxious but lovable teenager.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
She what?
GLORIA - ANGEL
And that you will become a fine young man. Is there anything else you would like to know?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
I don't believe this is happening. Now I know how dad feels.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Is this what you call arguing?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
I'm too stunned too.
Ruiz comes by and sees only Andrew and Gloria talking.
ALBERTO RUIZ
Hey, you two, cut the talk and get back to work.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Yes, sir.
She walks off.
ALBERTO RUIZ
Andrew, this is not the time for romance. Keep your dating off duty.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Dating? She just told me--
He looks at Monica who is shaking her head NO.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
I wouldn't date her if she were the last angel in heaven.
He walks off. Ruiz is confused.
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SCENE TWELVE
INT. SONY WAREHOUSE. DAY. -- LATER
There is a pause in the action. Frank, Dr. Seymore, Charlie and Mayling are sitting catching their breath. Mc Kay and MICHAEL DORN have already joined them. The relief group has just walked away to work. Frank reaches for his wallet and pulls out some bills and gives it to Charlie.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
I keep my promises. This is for the flask. I'd rather you spent it on something else besides booze, like food. But, I can't make you.
CHARLIE - WINO
(taking money)
I'll think about it.
DR. SEYMORE-ANDERSON
What are your plans?
CHARLIE - WINO
I'm coming back tomorrow to help.
DR. SEYMORE-ANDERSON
Not in those clothes you aren't.
CHARLIE - WINO
It's because I'm a wino, isn't it? People look at me and turn away. I'm invisible. I have feelings too. Nobody ever cares about me.
Frank starts laughing.
DR. SEYMORE-ANDERSON
Charles, I want to tell you a story. Almost twenty years ago, my husband brought home a wino. The man was in his platoon and had come on bad times. We took him in, dried him out, got him a job and helped him stand on his own two feet. To make a story short, he married and has a family. He has a house and a good job. You know where he is right now?
CHARLIE - WINO
No.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
It's me, Charles. I've been there. That's how I knew about the flask. I had one. Why don't you come back with us? My pants can't fit you, but I'm sure I can find a top. It's a shame you aren't the same size as us.
MICHAEL DORN
I'm the closest in size. Come back with me. I'm a clotheshorse and I always over pack. I'm sure I can find something. I may be able to get what you're wearing cleaned.
CHARLIE - WINO
You would help a wino?
MICHAEL DORN
We Americans have to stick together. We'll go to my hotel so you can get cleaned up. Then I'll buy you dinner. How about it? That way these people can get on home.
CHARLIE - WINO
Thank you.
MICHAEL DORN
We'll be going now. Mc Kay, will I see you tomorrow?
JOHNNY MC KAY
You can count on it.
MICHAEL DORN
Let's go, Charles.
They start to leave.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Charles?
CHARLIE - WINO
(turning)
Yes?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
It's not too late to change. I did. I was lucky. I had three Angels helping me; my sergeant, his wife and the lady who became my wife. But I also had extra help. I never saw his face but he was there. He gave me the strength to do it. I mean God. Let him in. He will help you.
CHARLIE - WINO
Are you a Jesus freak?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
No, if anything I'm the opposite. You know how on Judgment Day God is going to have a file on all of us? Well, my file will be the size of an encyclopedia. I was no saint. But, I let him in. You can too. Remember that.
CHARLIE - WINO
I will.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Good luck, Charles.
CHARLIE - WINO
Good luck, Frank.
Charlie shakes his hand. Again Frank is pushed back. He walks off. Frank looks at his hand.
MAYLING HOCKENBERRY
What is it, Frank?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
(smiling)
I think I know now.
Dorn and Charlie walk off.
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SCENE THIRTEEN
INT. MICHAEL DORN'S HOTEL ROOM. DAY. -- LATER
Dorn and Charlie enter. Dorn goes to his suitcase and puts it on the bed. He turns his back while talking to Charlie.
MICHAEL DORN
Have a seat. I'll be just a minute.
(opens suitcase)
Everyone tells me I over pack. I can't help it. I'm a clotheshorse. At one convention, Pat had to sit on my suitcase so I could close it. I should be able to find something for you.
Dorn sees a glow behind him and turns.
MICHAEL DORN
What the?
Charlie starts to shine. Dorn hides his face but he can still see him change into Andrew.
MICHAEL DORN
What's happening?
ANDREW - ANGEL
My time with you is done. I am needed elsewhere.
MICHAEL DORN
What are you?
ANDREW - ANGEL
A messenger with a message for you.
MICHAEL DORN
Me? From who?
ANDREW - ANGEL
God loves you. He wants to thank you.
Andrew disappears. Dorn is still in shock. He goes to where Charlie stood and finds brand new gloves with a letter in one of them and money in the other. He pulls out the letter and reads the name "Frank Hockenberry" on it. He leaves the room.
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SCENE FOURTEEN
EXT. GROUND ZERO. DAY. -- LATER
Andrew is sitting down for a moment. He is drinking water. Gloria approaches and sits next to him.
GLORIA - ANGEL
You don't like me, do you?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
I don't dislike you. You just give me the creeps.
GLORIA - ANGEL
What are creeps?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
You don't know?
GLORIA - ANGEL
I have read the full encyclopedia and the word never came up.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
It means to make a person feel uncomfortable.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Because I'm an angel?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Because you act like a computer. You don't act human.
GLORIA - ANGEL
I'm not.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
That's not what I mean. Your friends have human qualities. I have seen them laugh, cry, smile and play baseball. They act normal, even Andrew. He loves Jimi Hendrix. But you have so much to learn.
GLORIA - ANGEL
That is why I am here, to learn. Monica wants me to experience a human day.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
(singing)
"I read the news today, oh boy."
GLORIA - ANGEL
What are you singing?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
A Beatles song called "A Day in the Life".
GLORIA - ANGEL
The Beatles, a rock bank from England, who created the British Revolution of---
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Will you stop!
(standing)
You sound like a broken record.
Andrew walks away and she follows.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Look, Gloria.
(faces her)
I'm sorry. I'm not normally like this. I'm not mad at you.
GLORIA - ANGEL
I know that. You are mad at what has happened. I have noticed everyone is. They are just too busy to realize it.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
I'm more than that. It's seeing Taylor's body. I had the dream---
GLORIA - ANGEL
And it came true. It was not a dream. Nor are you psychic. It was a warning and you listened. Now you feel guilty because you thought it was your fault. It was not your fault. It was Taylor's time.
(singing)
"He blew his mind out in a car. He didn't notice that the lights had changed. A crowd of people stood and stared, but I just had to look, having read the book."
Andrew starts to cry lightly.
GLORIA - ANGEL
You see, Andrew. I know the words and I know what the song means. Today happens to be the DAY in our lives. It will not be one we will forget for a long time. We have seen a lot of pain. But there is one thing I have, correction, I'VE learned. God is with us in everything we do. He will bring us the peace we need. All we have to do is listen to him. You did.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
But what happened today wasn't normal?
GLORIA - ANGEL
And you, along with everyone else are still in shock. Monica is always telling me how much God loves us. She is correct. I'VE seen it. If we let his love into our hearts, we will be able to understand this.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
I wish it were that easy.
GLORIA - ANGEL
(touching his hand)
Just try. We have to do it for them. We're giving them more than just food and water. We're giving them hope. We're their Angels.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Just like you're mine?
GLORIA - ANGEL
I guess so.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Okay.
GLORIA - ANGEL
The water cart is coming. We better get back to work before Mr. Ruiz sees us.
She starts to walk away with Andrew.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Just answer me one question. Who is Jimi Hendrix? He was in the encyclopedia.
Andrew is confused.
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SCENE FIFTEEN
INT. MORGUE. DAY. -- LATER
Sam and Raphael have just finished working on Taylor. They begin to zip up the bag when Adam and Andrew appear.
ANDREW - ANGEL
Don't cover his face, Sam.
SAM - ANGEL
(stopping half way)
He was a brave man, with a big heart.
ANDREW - ANGEL
They all were. Taylor just never let anyone know, not even his own son.
RAPHAEL - ANGEL
It's unfortunate when death comes before an important task is completed.
ADAM - ANGEL
How many times have I seen that? We try and work with them, but we can't always succeed.
SAM - ANGEL
Frank and Andrew are coming. Let's give them some privacy.
The four disperse as Frank and Andrew find Taylor.
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SCENE SIXTEEN
INT. PENTHOUSE SUITE. NIGHT. -- LATER
Frank has just finished his shower. He is wearing only a towel. He starts to grab the blow dryer when Adam appears.
ADAM - ANGEL
Hello, Frank.
Frank turns around.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Who are you? How did you get in here?
ADAM - ANGEL
I'm a friend of Andrew's. My name is Adam.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
I was wondering when one of you guys would show up. Are you alone?
ADAM - ANGEL
We're all helping here, just like you.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
And what is your specialty?
ADAM - ANGEL
Andrew and I are brothers. I took Taylor home. Andrew was with you.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
So I found out. Did Taylor feel pain?
ADAM - ANGEL
It was very quick.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
I'm glad. Why are you here?
ADAM - ANGEL
He had a message for all of you.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
What did he say?
ADAM - ANGEL
Two things. First, he died as he lived, always on duty.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
He always was a good soldier, much better than me.
ADAM - ANGEL
God did not want you to be that kind of soldier. He wanted you to be a healer. It's his gift to you. You not only heal their bodies; you heal their souls.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
What else did he say?
ADAM - ANGEL
He was very colorful when it came to his style of death and resented me taking him instead of Andrew. But he also said that even though he didn't always show it, he loved you all.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Can you answer a question for me?
ADAM - ANGEL
If I can?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
I and my friends have just spent all day working in hell. Why did this happen? Why did all those people have to die? Where was God? Why didn't he stop this?
ADAM - ANGEL
That's four questions.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
With only one answer, why?
ADAM - ANGEL
Do you remember the ancient Greeks? They gave us art, literature, government and theater.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Skip the history lesson and answer the question.
ADAM - ANGEL
There is one thing they didn't have.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Yeah, cable.
ADAM - ANGEL
Their Gods always ran their lives. Nobody had freewill. You do.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
So, this happened because of freewill? That is a lousy cop-out.
ADAM - ANGEL
I can't begin to explain why. Only the Father knows.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
And he ain't telling.
(looks back at mirror)
I didn't think you'd have an answer.
ADAM - ANGEL
When God created freewill, he didn't know what to expect. He only hoped for the best and he has seen it. He's also seen the worst, like today.
He takes Frank's hands.
ADAM - ANGEL
What is in your hands is God's best. What is in your heart is God's best. What is in your spirit is God's best. You ask where God is now. It's obvious. He is in your hands, your heart and your spirit.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
(taking back hands)
But all those lives, those people---
ADAM - ANGEL
Are not with him. He can't ask you to feel peace with all you've seen. He's crying too. He sent US here to help. You began his work. We are here to help you finish it. Taylor knew that. That's why he ran into the building. Did that help you any, Frank?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
No. I still want to know why. How can people do this? What were they thinking?
ADAM - ANGEL
Only God knows that, and he STILL doesn't understand.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
(turning to mirror)
He's not alone.
He turns and sees Adam gone.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Why did I know he'd do that?
He grabs the blow dryer and turns it on.
FADE OUT:
END OF ACT
ACT TWO
SCENE ONE
INT. RUIZ'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT. NIGHT. SEPTEMBER 12TH, 2001
The whole group of Angels are standing watching the Bravo table. It now includes SENATOR BREWSTER and is minus Michael Dorn.
TESS - ANGEL
What has today taught you, Gloria?
GLORIA - ANGEL
It has taught me that humans are very resilient. They have the strength to come back from almost everything.
ANDREW - ANGEL
Correct. It always amazes me every time I handle a death. Families go on. Its no wonder God gave them the ultimate gift.
GLORIA - ANGEL
What gift is that?
ANDREW - ANGEL
Knowledge. Granted they went about it the wrong way. They could have left that particular tree alone. When God created animals he let THEM name them. We didn't have that ability. Humans are one of God's most cherished creations.
TESS - ANGEL
What did you think of Andrew?
GLORIA - ANGEL
A very troubled boy. He wants to be a man but he is still very much a child.
ANDREW - ANGEL
You have just defined the term teenager. But why was he troubled?
GLORIA - ANGEL
His dream came true.
TESS - ANGEL
That wasn't a dream.
MONICA - ANGEL
I was sent to warn him.
GLORIA - ANGEL
And now he feels guilty.
TESS - ANGEL
What else did you learn?
GLORIA - ANGEL
I gave him, what did he call it, the creeps. He kept comparing me to a robot on Star Trek.
SAM - ANGEL
Android. His name is Dr. Data. Data had a Pinocchio Syndrome. He was born a puppet but he wanted to be a boy. He was like a child, learning life for the first time.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Am I like him?
TESS - ANGEL
In a way. You may know the facts but you have no experience.
GLORIA - ANGEL
I didn't know who Jimi Hendrix was.
TESS - ANGEL
True. For example, you never use contractions.
GLORIA - ANGEL
That's what Andrew said. That's how he knew I was not human.
SAM - ANGEL
You told him? You were given orders not to.
MONICA - ANGEL
He figured it out himself. He's a very smart boy.
GLORIA - ANGEL
He said I didn't act human.
RAPHAEL - ANGEL
Sometimes humans don't even act human. Today was a good example.
SAM - ANGEL
All these people are relief workers. They have spent a day in hell, and it's only the beginning.
RUTH - ANGEL
Sam, where do we go now?
SAM - ANGEL
Wherever we're needed. We were sent here to help the helpers. Let's leave them alone so they can enjoy their meals. We'll listen for a few minutes and go. We have work to do.
The Angels watch quietly, sight unseen.
SENATOR BREWSTER
You people have done an amazing job.
ZEK ANDERSON
It's not enough. A million of us couldn't even put a dent. These people need help.
SENATOR BREWSTER
And they're getting it.
ALBERTO RUIZ
You don't know us born New Yorkers. We're fighters.
ZEK ANDERSON
Your water patrol was a lifesaver.
ALBERTO RUIZ
It was the idea of many people. I volunteered the water and the food. My other restaurateurs have opened their doors to as many relief workers as possible. We're keeping our places open twenty-four hours. I have three rounds of staff working here alone.
MYRON GOLDMAN
Where did you find the volunteers?
ALBERTO RUIZ
That's a strange story in itself. I brought my cart with expectations to recruit street people. We have enough in this city. Instead, this group of people was waiting for me. They just knew. I didn't even have time to advertise. No one was from New York. They were all out-of-towners.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Way out of town.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
What do you mean by that?
ALBERTO RUIZ
Andrew got to know one real well. I believe her name was Gloria. He was a real Romeo. I always knew where to find him.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
No way. I wouldn't see her if she were the last woman on earth.
ALBERTO RUIZ
She was pretty cute, behind those glasses.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
She's not my type.
ALBERTO RUIZ
Where did she come from?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Way out of town.
ALBERTO RUIZ
How way?
Andrew points up.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
What does that mean?
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
Her friend, Monica, showed up. She was breaking her in.
ZEK ANDERSON
Miss legs? You mean they're down here too?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
They're all over, Zek. Remember Charlie, or should I say Andrew?
ZEK ANDERSON
But why the disguise?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
He said his farewell to us already. He couldn't appear as he really is. He's not the only one I saw. I met his partner, Adam. We spoke in the bathroom this morning.
ZEK ANDERSON
What does he do?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
He took Taylor home while Andrew was with us. Adam came to give us a message from Taylor.
MYRON GOLDMAN
What did Taylor say?
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
He came to tell us, even if Taylor didn't show it, he loved us and that he died as he lived, in the line of duty.
MYRON GOLDMAN
That's what Sam said.
ZEK ANDERSON
When did you see him?
MYRON GOLDMAN
There are two men washing the dead in the morgue. When I brought in Taylor, I finally met them.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Who were they?
MYRON GOLDMAN
Let's just say, the last time we saw them, they made a heavenly brunch. You ate so much, you probably gained five pounds.
SENATOR BREWSTER
F.A.I.T.H.?
MYRON GOLDMAN
Bingo. It wouldn't surprise me if they're some here. Andrew had two in his dream. Charlie worked with Doc. Two were in the morgue. Gloria worked for you, RU. Who knows how many were water bearers?
ZEK ANDERSON
I bet Tess is somewhere around here too. They must be all over.
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY
This is just another day in their life, just like the song.
SENATOR BREWSTER
Dr. Seymore, you've been very quiet. Don't you have something to add to this discussion?
DR. SEYMORE-ANDERSON
I don't know what to say. I am a scientist. I only believe in what I can see, weigh and measure. I find these beings part of a vivid imagination.
FRANK HOCKENBERRY
Was it imagination that saved your life today?
DR. SEYMORE-ANDERSON
It was a wino named Charlie. That's all I know.
JOHNNY MC KAY
Then what did Dorn see?
DR. SEYMORE-ANDERSON
I don't know what he saw.
ZEK ANDERSON
(taking her hand)
Honey, I know how your mind works. You're 99 logic, and most of the time you're right. But sometimes, you have to accept things on faith. We know we're not alone down here. It may not be scientific but right now it's real. Whether you like it or not, Andrew saved your life. It wasn't your time. Unfortunately, it was Taylor's.
DR. SEYMORE-ANDERSON
Taylor was not alone, Zek. There are thousands of others.
ZEK ANDERSON
And neither were we. We had help. Jenny, we're all logical men here. Even Ruiz know Star Trek means money. We all have to work for our bread and butter. In times like these, we can't be too proud NOT to accept help. We have been through HELL today. We will all go home, some sooner than others. But these people can't. They live here.
MAYLING HOCKENBERRY
Zek is right, Jenny. Your people may have hated Vietnam and couldn't wait to go home, but WE lived there. We had no choice. WE had to make due with what we had. That's what these people are feeling.
ZEK ANDERSON
What is so wrong with having some extra-terrestrial help? And I don't mean E.T..
DR. SEYMORE-ANDERSON
Nothing. I can't help it. It's the way I am. It's very hard to believe in something that isn't Earth based.
ZEK ANDERSON
You're here because of one such being and I wish I could thank him.
SENATOR BREWSTER
Well, gentlemen and ladies, I wish I could say I had an experience but I didn't. Everyone I saw was human, but not less Angelic. I saw a young man bearing water and food to tired workers up to a singing doctor taking glass out of a scared little girl. You don't need to be from Heaven to be an angel. I see a whole table right here.
ANDREW - ANGEL
Amen. He's right, Tess. We didn't do anything they couldn't. And they still have a long way to go.
TESS - ANGEL
And with God's and our help they'll make it.
GLORIA - ANGEL
Tess, is all humanity like this? Do they always destroy each other?
TESS - ANGEL
Only the sick ones do. There's a little bit of Cain in everyone. Most are like these men and women. Don't let a day like this temper how you see humanity.
MONICA - ANGEL
They're actually quite wonderful when you get to know them. You found that out with Andrew.
ANDREW - ANGEL
(smiling)
He's one of our favorites, course I am partial. He will grow up to be a fine young man.
TESS - ANGEL
Watch you ego, Angel Boy?
SAM - ANGEL
Leave him alone, Tess. He's just being a proud father. God feels the same way about ALL his creations.
TESS - ANGEL
(giving in)
You have a point.
Sam smiles at Andrew.
SAM - ANGEL
We just got your new orders. It's back to work, folks. Ground zero calls.
The Angels vanish as a white dove flies away.
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