Old Times
Two old childhood friends catch up over coffee.
It’s never too late to reunite with old friends. Such meetings can be quite belated – but really, what’s more important? Harboring a long dead grudge – or seeing a beloved, familiar face?
As Yuvraj Rajwanshi’s Old Times opens, 70 year old protagonist Edna relaxes by a cozy fireplace… until a ringing doorbell brings her eagerly to her feet.
The sight of her visitor warms Edna even more: it’s old friend Amelia, who Edna excitedly ushers in – both for coffee and… talk.
Based on their banter, it’s clear these once BFFs haven’t spoken in quite some time. Over exactly what, one can’t be sure. Though there -is- that competition over Edna’s old boyfriend…
EDNA
You know the first time I gave you a scarf?
AMELIA
Of course! When we were fourteen.
EDNA
Yes! You still remember!
And the time when you stole my boyfriend?
AMELIA
That I don't remember.
EDNA
(grins)
You sly bitch. But I know that was you.
AMELIA
Hey! We have gone over this fifty
years ago.
EDNA
(laughs)
I'm messing with you.
AMELIA
No grudge?!
EDNA
None.
AMELIA
Truce.
But is there really, honestly a truce between these two? Though pressed, Amelia refuses to go to the carnival with Edna and her daughter, Ivy.
Amelia begs Edna to “Let it go”. But the old woman can’t.
Why?
Reunions should be joyful moments – a chance for old friendships to reignite. Will such be the case for Edna and Amelia? What’s kept them apart so long?
A bittersweet little tale that goes humanistic places one won’t expect, Old Times is eminently shootable. Only a living room set and three actresses needed. Cast these roles right, and no audience will resist the tears!