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(audience member coughs)

- You ever notice that successful people in show business

always try to make it sound like the film industry

is way more complex than it actually is?

They say things like, "It's Hollywood.

Nobody knows anything."

Let me tell you what we do know.

If they can't make money off of you,

they want nothing to do with you.

It's as black and white as it gets.

Stop pretending there's a gray area.

(spare chuckling) (microphone feedback)

My wife is an actress.

She had a really hard time getting started.

That is, until she met me, of course.

Right after we got married,

she booked a role in a small film.

They asked me to come along

when she went to meet the producer.

And then he says to me, "We chose your wife for the part

because she has the right look."

What the hell does that even mean?

My wife is very pretty and I love her, but to be honest,

there are like 5,000 women in LA who look just like her.

To his credit, though, at the end,

he did clarify what he meant by "She has the right look."

She would only get the part, if I did a cameo in the film.

Thank you very much.

(audience member claps)

It was not good.

- It wasn't that bad.

- My whole delivery was off!

- Calm down.

It's a bunch of joyless hipsters.

You're not gonna win that crowd.

- Look, I can't go to sleep after this.

Go out and book me another gig.

- Now you're being funny.

Oh, you're serious?

- You're my manager, aren't you?

Get me back on stage! I'll go anywhere.

- You have a major tour starting next week!

You do not need this. What are you doing?

- Larry, comedy is about timing!

(audience laughs) - Ready to go, Bobby?

- Yes, please! Take him away.

Take him away and put him to bed. Get him out of here.

He's stressing me the hell out.

- (sighs) Let's go. I have to be up early.

- You know, I just remembered.

This place does a secret late show, Thursday nights.

- Are you freaking kidding me?

- I'm not going home.

(Sasha sighs)

- Let me see what I can do.

(audience laughs) (Larry sighs)

(door closes)

- You can't have your A game every night.

- You know, people say, "Bobby Garrison is so gifted."

Really, it's the work ethic.

- I don't wanna be in this neighborhood late at night.

(Sasha sighs)

(door opens) (audience laughs)

- Ready for round two? - Oh, you're the best!

- Oh, it's not every day they get comedy royalty in here.

- Honey. No.

- [Larry] They bumped the first act so he can go up first.

- It'll be quick. Promise.

- You know I have rehearsals.

(Sasha sighs)

(suspenseful music)

(door opens) (audience laughs)

Is this some kind of joke?

(dark orchestral music)

(camera shutter clicks)

- A few more. Turn to your left a little.

Yes.

(camera shutter clicks)

(Claudia sighs)

- [Claudia] Amazing.

- [Kat] Oh, come on. (chuckles)

- What? You don't believe you're beautiful?

- I'm more of a girl next door.

- [Claudia] Right.

(both chuckle)

- I really appreciate this, by the way.

Lynn's been on my case for new head shots.

- Yeah, it's no problem.

I'll do some touch-ups and send them your way tonight.

- [Kat] Thanks.

(warm orchestral music)

(birds chirp)

Um, hi. (eerie music)

- Oh, hi.

- I live a few doors down.

This was delivered to me by mistake.

Yeah, the four looks like a nine.

- Oh, okay. Let me take that.

Thank you.

- Welcome to the neighborhood.

- I've been here for eight months.

- I don't recall ever seeing you.

- I keep to myself.

(keys clink)

(door closes)

Hm.

Hm.

(gentle piano music)

(Kat chuckles)

- [Phone Machine] Your call has been forwarded

to an automatic voice message system.

(phone bleeps)

- Hi, Mom.

Thank you for the birthday gift.

It's exactly what I needed.

Love you.

I’ll call you later.

Okay, bye.

(dark piano music)

- Did you know all bourbon is whiskey,

but not all whiskey is bourbon?

It must be distilled from at least 51% corn,

and aged in charred oak barrels

to qualify as bourbon.

- I never knew the difference.

- Mm.

Doing work here, until I find a new office.

I hope you don't mind.

- I love the atmosphere.

(Lynn chuckles)

(Lynn breathes deeply)

- I wanted to meet in person, to really emphasize this.

Someone like you...

Uh, Middle Eastern actors in general.

You have limited role options to begin with.

Makes it even more difficult,

when you avoid getting any kind of exposure.

You need to get out more.

Network.

- I understand.

- In the meantime, I got you an audition.

It's for a short film. "The Desert Vampire".

I'll send you the script.

- I, I really appreciate it.

- Mm!

Happy belated birthday!

It showed up on my calendar. - Thanks.

- [Lynn] Did you do anything?

- Um...

I just had dinner with some friends.

- Invite me next time, girl! (chuckles)

(Kat chuckles)

Mm-hm.

Mm.

(straw slurps)

(Lynn sighs)

(Kat chuckles)

(keyboard clacks)

(mousepad clicks)

(mousepad clicks)

(Kat breathes deeply)

(birds chirp)

- My mom is so funny.

I take one cooking class,

and she gets me professional knives.

(Craig chuckles)

- I still can't believe you didn't tell me.

- I don't know.

Being the center of attention makes me uncomfortable.

- Let me at least take you out to dinner.

- Rather eat at home.

- Come to Vegas with me this weekend.

- You're going out of town again?

- (sighs) The real estate market there

is really hot right now.

I'm gonna be making several trips.

- Um, I can't. I have Justine's cocktail party on Saturday.

- (scoffs) The pretentious actress friend?

- That's not the word I used. (Craig chuckles)

My manager wants me to "Get out more. Network."

- Why don't you quit your day job

and focus on acting full-time?

- I don't know. You know it's just a part-time thing for me.

And there's so much more money in commercial production.

- Is that what you wanna do, though?

- I like being behind the scenes,

and I'm moving up pretty fast.

I could be a production manager in a couple years.

(Craig chuckles)

- I give up. I can't figure you out.

(dark orchestral music)

- [Guest] Okay.

Let's congratulate Justine,

soon to be seen as head nurse

on TV's hottest new hospital drama.

And remember, bigger paycheck for her

means more booze for us!

(guest chuckles) (guests cheer and applaud)

(distant guests chatter)

- Who are you hiding from?

I'm sorry. I didn't mean to scare you.

- Justine said I could hang out here.

I've had a little bit too much.

- Wonderful news, isn't it?

- She definitely deserves it.

- I'm just glad we both got invited.

My name's Dominic.

Dominic Dunaway.

- Are you a talent rep?

- Among other things.

- [Kat] I'm already signed.

- Most of all, I build careers.

You look like you audition a lot.

- I get my share.

- [Dominic] You ever feel like you're falling behind?

- My circle of friends has a lot of success stories.

I'm happy for them.

- May I?

(Dominic sighs)

I have a role in mind that I think you'd be perfect for.

(Kat scoffs) (wine splashes)

Wait!

(foot thuds) Ow!

Ow.

(Kat sighs)

(Dominic chuckles)

- [Kat] Um...

(brooding music)

(Kat sighs)

(Kat grunts)

(Kat breathes deeply)

(Kat breathes deeply)

(Kat sighs)

(pills rattle) (bleak music)

- So, how long has this been going on.

- On and off for a while.

- Have you tried over the counter medications,

like valorin, melatonin, lavender?

- Yeah. They're worthless.

- Well, I don't want to prescribe you sleeping pills.

Not just yet, anyway.

Why don't you come in for a checkup?

- Okay. I'll see if I can make an appointment next week.

- How's the acting business?

- (chuckles) It's fine.

I do have to go, Dr. Glasnow.

Thanks for taking my call.

- [Glasnow] Take care.

(laptop chimes)

(brooding piano music)

(Kat sighs)

(Kat sighs)

(phone vibrates)

- Hi, Susan.

- [Susan] Hey. How are you?

Did you get the email I sent this morning?

- Uh, no, no. I checked it a little while ago.

- [Susan] Sorry. Maybe it's still sitting in my outbox.

Anyway, I'm in a rush right now.

Just wanted to let you know that unfortunately,

we can't bring you on board for this upcoming gig.

- What?

- The new producer's nickel and dimming everything.

Going with a skeleton crew. Mainly the highly experienced.

I'll resend the email.

It lists potential dates for future productions.

We'll definitely keep you in mind.

- Okay. I'll take a look.

- [Susan] Meeting's about to start. Talk later.

(phone bleeps)

- Bye.

(bleak piano music)

(footsteps clack)

Um, hi.

Um, I don't know if you remember me

from Justine's party last weekend?

- I believe you owe me a cleaning bill.

- I'm really sorry about that.

- What can I do for you, Kat?

- You should be happy for me, Lynn. Okay?

I'm finally moving up.

Two years of student films and web series roles? I...

It doesn't matter who it is.

Look, please just email me

the relationship termination form, okay?

(sighs) Thanks. Bye.

(Kat sighs)

(muffled clunk)

(birds chirp)

- Oh.

It's me.

Your neighbor, John.

- Hey.

- I got your mail again.

I could talk to the mailman, if you want?

- [Kat] Oh, not necessary. Thank you.

- I see him all the time, though.

I'm having a barbecue this Sunday.

A lot of people from the neighborhood will be there.

You can bring a guest. - I have plans.

- That's how it was delivered.

(door closes)

(John sighs)

(dark piano music)

- [Stranger] No. I'm, I'm in a signal hole.

It sounds like you're talking into a fan.

So, I'll just...

Wait till I'm outside. - Good afternoon.

(Kat sighs)

(door closes)

- Excellent.

I wasn't sure you were gonna show up today.

- I don't really know the area.

I probably didn't take the best way.

- Kelly, this is Kat.

Our missing brunch guest.

- Nice to meet you.

- Kelly is one of the finest casting directors in town.

- I believe casting's an art.

- Can I get you champagne? - Oh, sure.

- Ah.

- Thanks. - Oh, you're quite welcome.

We were talking about you earlier.

- Good things, I hope. (chuckles)

- [Dominic] Of course.

- Dominic definitely wasn't exaggerating.

- I hope you came here with an open mind.

We have a feature film project in mind.

I'll let Kelly tell you about it.

- [Kelly] Have you heard of a feature film called

"Bird of Paradise"?

- Um...

Doesn't sound familiar.

- Relax.

- It's not a test.

- "Bird of Paradise" is the working title

of a high-profile studio film.

It's about a political party coming to power

in Los Angeles, California.

- Unfortunately, due to some legal issues,

the studio had to sit on it for a while,

but we're back on now.

There's a supporting, but very crucial role,

that's yet to be cast.

That's where you come in.

- What were the issues?

- Gotta make your mimosas stronger, Dominic.

Just by dumb luck, the flower bird of paradise

happens to be the actual symbol

for an obscure political party in LA.

- [Kat] And they weren't happy about it?

- Right! Right.

They thought the film was based on them,

but in reality, there's no connection.

- The way the story goes, a studio executive

came up with the name while high

and staring out the window of his office.

Apparently, the colorful flower caught his eye.

- We're getting sidetracked. It's all resolved now.

What do you think, Kat?

- I mean, I'd love to audition.

- Oh, I've already looked at your reel

and resume on your website.

I go with gut feeling, anyway.

It's yours, if you want it.

- We would need a commitment from you today, though.

- The contract will take a few days.

We'll give your attorney time to look it over.

And we'll get a script you, as soon as possible. Of course.

- I don't know what to say. I'm...

I'm going from projects where the director's mom

does the catering to a studio movie?

- Mm. That's how Hollywood works.

- Excuse me, ladies. I'll be right back.

- What sort of role do you usually go for?

- I don't really have the luxury of being picky.

I usually have to audition for like

Terrorist Number 2, or his girlfriend.

- (chuckles) This would be much different.

You'd be playing the journalist, slash love interest,

of the main character.

It's a juicy role.

What's your availability?

- Well, I thought I was gonna be working

for the next six months, but it just fell through.

- Lucky for us.

- [Dominic] Okay. If you'd just sign this letter of intent?

We'll get the ball rolling.

- I'm really curious to see how far you'll go.

(brooding piano music)

Hm.

I have a good feeling about you.

(Kat chuckles)

(crickets chirp)

(door opens)

- Well?

- [Kat] You came straight from the airport?

- Your text said you had good news. I couldn't wait.

- I got a role in a studio film.

- Awesome!

How?

- My manager set it up.

And Dominic says he's gonna get me an agent and a lawyer.

- Who's Dominic?

- [Kat] My new manager. I met him at Justine's.

- Do I have to worry about this guy?

(Kat chuckles)

- Mm.

Well, you're cuter, but you should still tread lightly.

(Craig chuckles)

- Now, where is your stash of liquor you never open?

- I wanna tell you about the role!

- Nope!

We drink first.

I think one should celebrate every victory.

To...

What's the title?

- "Bird of Paradise".

- To "Bird of Paradise".

(glasses clink) (ominous music)

(knocks on door)

(door opens)

- Ms. Katayoun Forouhar?

- Uh, yes?

- Am I pronouncing that correctly?

- I go by Kat.

- I'm Detective Correa.

Do you have a few minutes?

Party last night?

- Just me and my boyfriend.

- And where is he?

- He went home.

How can I help you?

- Does the name

Sasha Lovit mean anything to you?

- No.

- You ever seen her before?

- No. I think I would remember her.

She's beautiful.

- She was abducted from a lounge in downtown LA,

about three months ago.

Still missing.

Initially went on record as a random act, but uh,

well, I've been brought in to take a look at the case

from a different angle.

- Who is she?

- She's an up and coming actress, like yourself.

Just so happens that she was cast in the same role as you,

before she disappeared.

The role of the journalist in "Bird of Paradise"?

- How did you know about that?

- Big announcement this morning on "Entertainment News".

- [Kat] I didn't realize.

- It's come to my attention that you have

over 200,000 followers on popular social media sites.

- No, that's not possible. My accounts are private.

- No. I just looked through them earlier.

- See?

- Are you sure that's the only one?

- [Kat] Someone else created this.

- Well, you are going to be in the film, aren't you?

- No. I mean, yes, but I haven't even signed a contract.

(Correa chuckles)

- I'm not in showbiz or anything, but I mean,

isn't this a good thing?

I mean, apparently this film's a pretty big deal and, uh,

well, you're in the middle of it.

- I just don't want my personal information

and photos all over the internet.

It's better for me and my family. You understand?

- Do your parents have ties in the industry?

- [Kat] No. They hate it.

They're health professionals.

- And how's your relationship with them?

- We're close.

They just don't approve of the whole acting thing.

It's not what they had in mind for me

when we moved to the US.

- So, you just kind of fell into it?

- It's just a part-time thing.

I mean, I was a business major,

and had this advisor who thought I should

take an acting class to get over my shyness.

I just fell in love with it.

- So how did you land this role?

- I met a manager at a party. Dominic Dunaway.

I know it sounds Hollywood. (chuckles)

- No, no. I've, uh...

I've seen his name in the papers.

Well, I guess that's it for now.

You can contact me directly, if anything comes up

that you think might be helpful with the case.

Nice place you got here. Must be expensive.

- My mom's friend owns it. I house it for her.

She lives abroad half the year.

- Well, have a nice day.

(birds chirp)

(distant phone rings)

- This girl.

Sasha?

- Sasha Lovit.

- Yeah. I've never heard the name before.

But I do know you should not be talking to the police

without a lawyer present.

- I don't need a lawyer. I haven't done anything.

I just woke up today and now my name is everywhere.

- That's fantastic.

That means the publicist is already getting the word out.

This is good for us.

- I'm, I'm not, I'm not ready for this.

- Come on, Kat. You know this, it comes with the territory.

People are intrigued.

- I wanna do it. I just... (sighs)

I mean, the money couldn't have come at a better time. I...

- Is it a safety issue?

- Sort of.

And I don't wanna get to the point where

people are intruding into my life.

- I don't think you have to worry about that.

Now, as far as the social media photos,

I'm not sure how that happened, but I'll look into it.

(dark piano music)

- [Kat] Claudia?

- In here, Kat.

(footsteps approach)

What's going on? - Hey.

I'm sorry to drop by like this,

but do you remember those photos we took over the summer?

- The ones you never used for anything?

- [Kat] A few of them leaked online,

and I'm just trying to figure out what happened.

- That's easy. They got them from me.

- Are you serious?

- Yeah.

This pop culture blogger called this morning

and asked if I had any hot photos of you.

- And you just gave them to him, just like that?

- Honestly, he offered me some money.

Business has been slow lately.

- You didn't even think to ask me?

- What's the big deal? (chuckles)

You know, I've done a lot of work for you,

since you moved to LA, and never charged you a dime.

(Kat sighs)

I own the photos, by the way.

(dark music) (keyboard clacks)

- Our daughter, Sasha,

was abducted from the Golden Jackal lounge, last Thursday.

The police have been unsuccessful

in their attempts to locate her,

and we haven't heard from her.

If anyone has any information about this case,

or of her whereabouts, please contact your local police.

We're offering a $25,000 reward.

Sasha is a good girl. (knocks on door)

We just want her back.

- Can I help you?

You've got some nerve.

I had to drive all the way from Victorville.

We've been engaged for, for two years?

- Uh, I think you have the wrong house.

- Just because you are a celebrity,

you think you get like a free pass

for stealing another girl's fiance?

Is that-

- My boyfriend is not engaged.

What're you doing?

That's Craig's jacket.

- Yeah.

I bought it for him.

- There has to be a misunderstanding.

- Don't play dumb with me.

It's bad enough that you had to rub it all over my face

by posting pictures, so-

- I didn't post anything. - Okay.

Stay away from him.

- How did you find me?

- Oh, my God. I don't believe this.

You

stay

away.

- Do you know how crazy that sounds?

- [Kat] She said she saw our picture online.

- (chuckles) Obviously a crazy woman.

What picture?

- Remember that time you just had to be in my photo

during the shoot?

Well, it's on several sites now.

- The one Claudia took? - Yeah, the very same.

- Okay.

Let's say I was engaged.

It doesn't change how much I care about you.

- How could you?

- But it's not serious.

- [Kat] When were you gonna tell me?

- It happened before I met you.

I was gonna break it off, but I couldn't even figure out

if you truly liked me.

You barely share any part of your life with me.

You're always acting so distant.

- Get out.

(Craig sighs)

- I can fix this. - No.

It's over, Craig.

(Craig sighs)

(door opens)

(Craig sighs)

(door slams)

(keyboard clacks)

(eerie piano music)

(keyboard clacks)

(keyboard clacks)

(knocks on door)

(ominous music)

(lock clicks)

(Kat breathes deeply)

- Good morning.

- Hi.

- [Glasnow] How are you, Kat?

- Tired.

Look, I don't think I'm gonna be able to come to the office.

- [Glasnow] Oh, of course. I'm sure you're really busy now.

Now that you're a celebrity.

My assistant showed me the article that you're in.

- Yeah. That's part of the problem.

Is there anything you can give me for anxiety?

- [Glasnow] Is it serious?

- I mean, I'm sure it's just temporary,

but I think it's causing my insomnia.

- Where is your pharmacy?

I'll send over a prescription right away.

Sleeping pills as well.

- Um...

Colorado and Eagle Rock Boulevard.

- Fantastic.

That should be ready in about two hours.

- [Kat] Thank you so much.

- Let me know how those work, okay?

- Will do. Bye.

- [Glasnow] Have a great day!

(Kat sighs)

(bleak music)

(phone vibrates)

(phone vibrates)

- Oh.

[Kat] Hi, Mom.

[Mother] Hello! I haven’t heard from you in a while. Everything OK?

- Yeah, just been really busy.

- Why didn’t you tell us about the new movie role?

- Oh, you heard about that?

- What are you going to be doing?

- It’s not a big deal.

- A lady called yesterday, asking about you.

I think she’s from a newspaper or magazine in New York.

- You didn’t tell her anything, right?

- Of course not!

Can you tell them to stop contacting us?

- I have no control over it.

I don't even know how they found you.

- We told you not to get involved in this kind of stuff!

- [Kat] (sighs) Nothing bad's gonna happen.

- It’s not appropriate. It’s not for us!

(Kat sighs)

- Sorry, Mama.

I need to go pick up something at the store.

Can I call you later?

- You should call your dad too. It will make him happy.

- Will do.

- Take care of yourself.

- Love you. Bye.

(Kat sighs)

(birds chirp)

(car door closes)

(seat belt clicks)

(keys clink)

(phone vibrates)

(distant siren wails)

- Hi.

- The budget's been restructured.

Theoretically speaking,

her offer would be different from Sasha's.

- Okay. - Am I late?

I headed over as soon as I got your text.

- Oh, no, no, no. Your timing's perfect.

Kat, this is Henry Kunkle.

- Oh, uh, hi.

- Dark chocolate's good for me.

- Henry is the producer on "Bird of Paradise".

He wanted meet you in person.

- Seriously, Dunaway. You gotta find a new office.

Slow elevator, lousy parking. (Dominic chuckles)

The guy in the lobby gave me this look.

- [Dominic] I tell you what, let me get Kat going,

and I'll look into it.

- (chuckles) And I'll send you

the latest version of the script.

We gotta get you outta here.

Needless to say, super confidential.

- [Dominic] Oh, absolutely.

- [Henry] Not what I was expecting, but she's adequate.

- Yeah. Kelly can pick 'em.

- Yeah. Notify me of any issues.

Why would there be any issues?

- Nice meeting...

I can't believe that.

He didn't even give me the time of day.

- Ah, it's okay. Doesn't matter.

I can tell that he likes you.

He just likes to downplay everything.

- [Kat] If you say so.

- How's life?

Are you still concerned about all the attention?

- Yeah. I actually...

- [Dominic] Your boyfriend. What does he think about this?

- Uh...

We broke up.

- Oh, that's a shame.

(sighs) It's a difficult business We're in.

Your significant other doesn't support you,

it's better to get rid of him.

- Yeah. That was the least of our problems.

(Kat breathes heavily)

(Kat sighs)

(suspenseful music)

(fridge door opens)

(fridge door closes)

(Kat sighs)

(suspenseful music continues)

(knocks on door)

- [Dylan] Delivery.

- (sighs) It's about time.

(Kat sighs)

- You're Kat Forouhar, right?

- Yes?

- You live alone?

- No.

- You're in danger.

- Look, I think you should go.

- You're in great danger.

- I know you probably saw my name and picture online, but-

- You have no idea what you're dealing with here!

They killed Sasha.

You might be next.

- How do you know that?

- There were people who wanted her dead.

Mom and Pop.

- Mom and Pop?

- I used to live on streets.

Industrial district.

Tried a lot of substances.

- Are you clean now?

- Her name came to me in a vision.

I'm in a kitchen,

with this old couple.

Never seen 'em before.

And they referred to themselves as Mom and Pop,

and they asked me to kill Sasha Lovit.

- Why?

- They said it was the only way to save her

because of the path she had chosen.

Initially, I thought it was a hallucination,

but a few months later, I heard in the news

that a woman named Sasha Lovit was abducted.

- I think you need to go to the police.

- No.

I saw that you were up for the same role,

and I felt responsible to warn you.

- No, no, no. You, you need to go, okay?

I, I, I ordered delivery.

It's gonna be here soon. You, you, you...

You can check my phone, if you don't believe me.

- You can believe me, do you?

(door opens)

(door closes)

(Kat breathes heavily) (suspenseful music continues)

(bag rustles)

(door closes)

(bag rustles)

(dark music)

(lights clink)

- [Dylan] I'm in a kitchen,

with this old couple.

Never seen 'em before.

(lights clink)

- Her name is Sasha Lovit.

- Mom and Pop have been good to you.

We need you now. You need us.

If you want to keep going.

- Don't feel bad for her.

She chose this path willingly.

The only way to save her now is to end it all.

(lights clink)

- You'll hear from us,

when the time is right.

(lights clink)

(Kat gasps)

(Kat breathes heavily)

(birds chirp)

(suspenseful music)

- [Anchor] We have breaking news.

The body of actress Sasha Rose Abernathy,

better known as Sasha Lovit,

who had been abducted from the Golden Jackal lounge,

has been discovered in South Los Angeles.

Our reporter, Glenn Parker, is on location. Glenn.

- Mia, earlier this morning, smoke and fire were seen

coming from a dumpster in a parking lot

off of Alameda Boulevard.

When authorities were called to investigate,

they made a dreadful discovery.

Inside the bin was a bag that contained a female body,

confirmed to be Sasha Lovit.

(sirens wail)

The victim's arms and legs were bound

with heavy duty duct tape.

Although reports indicate that Sasha suffered

blunt force trauma to the head,

she was alive before being set on fire.

She met a horrifying end.

(toothbrush brushes)

(muffled clunks)

(suspenseful music)

(Kat sighs)

(toothbrush brushes) (suspenseful music continues)

(Kat spits)

(water splashes)

(suspenseful music continues)

(Kat spits)

(floorboards creak) (Kat gasps)

(suspenseful music continues)

- [Claudia] Kat?

Kat?

Where are you?

- Uh, I'm in the bedroom.

- You had me worried there.

Saw your gate was open and the door was unlocked,

but the house looked empty.

- The door was unlocked? - Yeah.

What's the matter?

- I...

I thought someone broke in.

I'm, I'm probably imagining things.

- You don't look so good.

I'll make us some tea.

(dark piano music)

- Ever since I found out about Sasha,

and what happened to her,

I've been more edgy than normal.

- You know, it's crazy.

Like, I've been to Bobby Garrison's house.

Sasha's husband.

- Who is he?

- He's like a somewhat famous comedian.

Career going downhill, though. I don't find him funny.

A model I used to work with took me to a few of his parties.

They were small, but...

Wild. (chuckles)

- [Kat] Did you see Sasha there?

I don't recall ever seeing her.

He didn't act like a married man, honestly.

- (sighs) This whole thing is so bizarre.

I feel weird, playing a part that was meant for her.

- [Claudia] You're overthinking it, as you always do.

- You're probably right, but I think for now,

I'm gonna stay inside as much as possible.

- Unfortunately, I can't stay long, though.

I've got a shoot this afternoon.

- [Kat] Go ahead. I'll be fine.

- Are you sure?

- [Kat] Yeah. I need to catch up on sleep, anyway.

- I'll check on you for my own peace of mind.

Answer your phone, please.

I feel really bad about what happened.

That's why I came over, actually.

- [Kat] I'm sorry about my outburst.

(brooding piano music)

(Kat sighs)

(distant dog barks) (crickets chirp)

(gloomy music)

(Kat sighs)

(mousepad clicks)

(Kat sighs)

(lid pops)

(pills rattle)

(Kat sighs)

(Kat pants)

(eerie tones)

(Kat breathes heavily)

(eerie music) (Kat breathes heavily)

(door opens)

(eerie music continues)

(mailbox clangs)

(Kat pants)

(phone vibrates)

(phone vibrates)

Hey!

- [Claudia] Hi, Kat. How do you feel?

- [Kat] Much better.

- [Claudia] Were you able to sleep?

- [Kat] Took a two-hour nap.

- [Claudia] That sounds so good right now. I'm exhausted.

- Hey, can you do me a favor? - Of course. Anything.

- [Kat] Can you text me Bobby Garrison's home address?

(door closes)

(keys clink)

(mailbox clangs)

(birds chirp)

(dark piano music)

(dark piano music continues)

(knocks on door)

(Kat sighs)

Oh. Um, hi.

- [Alina] Hi.

- [Kat] Is Bobby home?

- And what is this about?

- Sasha. I had some questions.

- He's not available.

- [Bobby] Hey. Who is it, babe?

- Um, do you remember me?

I was a friend of Sasha's.

I met her on a movie set.

She invited me to a couple of your parties.

- Oh, yes.

- Can we talk?

(clock ticks rhythmically)

(Kat sighs)

- Sasha had expensive taste. (chuckles)

Please.

- Um...

I'm sorry for your loss. (Alina chuckles)

- Thank you. Last couple of days have been rough.

Really, last three months.

- I can imagine.

- Alina, can you make us some coffee?

(Alina sighs)

Sasha knew about her.

Our marriage was doomed from the beginning.

We even started discussing how to split things up.

- You have a beautiful home.

- Thank you.

So many memories here.

It's gonna be hard to walk away from it.

- Yeah, I saw in the news what happened to her.

I feel like there's still so much we don't know.

- Well, the cops have kept me in the dark

during the whole thing.

- Did Sasha ever mention a political party?

One that would've been upset by the production of her film?

- Yes. It was handled by the studio lawyers rather quickly.

- [Kat] So, you don't think they were involved?

- In the abduction? Highly unlikely.

I mean, the party has somewhat conservative views,

but from my understanding,

they were very reasonable during the whole thing.

- I can't imagine what her family

must be going through right now.

- Didn't really have any.

No siblings. Terrible relationship with her parents.

They were the extremely religious type.

Didn't approve of her lifestyle.

I mean, we received written letters from time to time,

but they hardly spoke to her.

- But they released that video, offering a reward?

- Oh, they probably felt guilty. Still a drop in the bucket.

Believe me, I didn't learn of their extensive wealth,

until two years in.

Oh.

- We're out of sugar and cream.

- Um...

Yeah, it's hard to believe that it was just a random act.

How she ended up.

Where she ended up.

It seems extremely personal.

- What you need to understand about Sasha was,

before I met her, she hung out with the wrong crowd.

A real Hollywood wild child.

I mean, she dated a flurry of married men.

To be honest, it wouldn't surprise me

if someone from her past finally caught up with her.

- (chuckles) Yeah. She was a mess.

- But how would they know where she was that night?

(suspenseful music)

- Why are you playing junior detective?

- Because...

Because I'm concerned and I'm curious what happened.

- And I trust the cops will get to the bottom of it.

(Alina whispers)

- Will you at least let me know if you hear anything?

- We have a potential buyer coming by with our agent,

so if you'll excuse us,

we need to leave the house pretty soon.

(Kat sighs)

(Kat sighs)

- Good luck with the house.

(Bobby chuckles) (Alina whispers)

(Alina giggles)

(birds chirp) (car door opens)

(car door slams)

(keys clink) (suspenseful music)

(Kat sighs)

(Kat breathes heavily)

(suspenseful music continues)

That's not mine.

And I definitely locked the door before I left.

- I'm not sure shoes made these marks.

- Well, either way, it wasn't there before.

- And nothing was taken?

- Well, no, but I think someone is stalking me.

There's been strangers outside my house, and now a break in.

- Sounds like you're inferring, and correct me if I'm wrong,

that the person who murdered Sasha is now after you?

- Yeah.

- That explains why you asked for me specifically.

- They know who I am.

- "They"?

No.

What if I told you we already arrested

the main suspect in the case?

- Who?

- I can't reveal that right now, but the evidence is strong.

Matching prints and thumb and index finger on the tape.

- He acted alone?

- Appears so.

Witnesses claim they saw him outside,

loitering around the Golden Jackal, hours before.

The motive is robbery.

She was wearing expensive jewelry, which is still missing.

Probably pawned it.

We believe he was under the influence of drugs,

during the whole ordeal.

He, uh, doesn't remember much.

We're trying to help him with his memory.

- I see.

And where was Sasha during all of this?

- We're still trying to figure that one out, but uh,

nevertheless, there's no need for you to worry.

There's, uh...

You're not in any danger.

- Okay.

Glad you caught him.

- We can still make a report, if you want to.

- No, it's not necessary. Thank you.

- All right. Well, good afternoon.

(brooding piano music)

- Well, I just wanted to tell you

that I'm feeling a lot better.

- That's good to know.

- So, have you heard anything from Mr. Kunkle?

- His assistant came by, earlier this morning.

- I had a feeling. - There's no contract yet.

They're having some doubts.

Just having complications with the financing.

So, Henry's pushing another actress.

One that is a little more bankable.

One that has a look that, you know,

the American public's more used to seeing.

It's nothing to worry about.

- So, how long before we hear a decision?

- I don't know.

I couldn't push it.

They need some time.

They're still getting over, you know, the tragic news.

- Fair enough.

- This happens all the time.

There's gonna be a power struggle,

but the project will get made in the end.

And I know we're gonna prevail.

(phone vibrates)

- Yeah. I have to get going.

- Hold on.

- If you weren't still in the game,

he wouldn't have sent you that.

It's your own copy.

(Dominic chuckles)

(Kat chuckles)

Oh, and Kelly sent me Sasha's self tape.

You still wanna see it, I'll forward it to you.

- Yeah. I'll take a look.

- [Claudia] I can't believe you went over there.

- The house was up for sale, and there's this woman there.

A European, I guess?

Really bad vibes. - Mm-hm, makes sense.

Bobby does a lot of shows overseas.

(chatter from TV)

- I probably shouldn't be drinking.

- It's so good, though.

(Kat chuckles)

(chatter from TV)

(Claudia chuckles)

Baking is just not my thing.

I'm not sure why I even try.

- It's well done. Nothing wrong with that.

(Claudia giggles)

(Claudia chuckles)

- This was supposed to be a vanilla flavored cake,

by the way.

- Okay. Now I'm nervous.

(both chuckle)

(chatter from TV)

(cake crunches)

(Kat coughs)

(Kat coughs)

(Claudia giggles) (Kat coughs)

- I love it.

(Claudia giggles)

- [Claudia] You're welcome.

- So, now they're telling me

that I don't have the right look.

- For "Bird of Paradise"?

- Yeah, after all the publicity they put out.

- They're outta their mind.

- Mm.

Maybe it's better if they do go with someone else.

- Don't get discouraged, okay? Your name is out there now.

I'm sure you'll get hired instantly,

even if this one falls through.

(dramatic news jingle)

- [Mia] Police have reported that they have arrested

the main suspect of the case, Derek Williams.

Authorities have confirmed that they have several pieces

of forensic evidence to tie him to the kidnapping

and murder of Sasha Lovit.

Mr. Williams has been identified as a homeless man

who had been living in downtown LA.

Over the past few years, he had often stayed

at the homeless shelter on 9th Street

in the industrial district.

People who know him are having a hard time

believing he could hurt anyone, let alone commit-

- This stuff gives me nightmares.

- It's okay. I can look it up later.

- Did you see how he looked when he abducted her?

- They have footage of that? - Yeah.

- A still frame from the security footage

at the Golden Jackal found its way online.

- Was it creepy?

- Would've had a heart attack, right then and there.

Death would be relief, if you were in that situation.

(ominous tones)

(keyboard clacks) (dark music)

(mousepad clicks)

(pills rattle)

(Kat sighs)

(Kat breathes deeply)

(Kat sighs)

(eerie piano music)

(pills rattle)

(birds chirp)

(cereal rustles)

(eerie music continues)

(Kat vomits)

(Kat coughs)

(Kat pants)

(Kat coughs)

(Kat breathes heavily)

(ominous music)

(lights clink rhythmically)

(ominous music swells)

(Kat sighs)

(brooding piano music)

(water splashes)

(footsteps approach)

(pills rattle)

- So you're turning your back on me,

after all I did for you.

Just when I thought I'd figured everything out.

Back when we were in Santa Paula, we didn't have much,

but I saw you as a man of dignity.

There's honor to that.

I wasn't ready yet!

There was much I had to do and learn. We both did!

For the longest time, I was fooling myself

for believing we weren't hurting anyone.

Look at us now.

You're willing to say anything,

as long as it helps you move up.

I really don't know.

Just please, don't make me be the one

who has to bring you down.

So you're turning your back on me,

after all I did for you.

- [Bobby] Our marriage was doomed from the beginning.

- [Sasha] Don't make me be the one

who has to bring you down.

- [Bobby] It wouldn't surprise me if someone from her past

finally caught up with her.

(Kat sighs)

(water splashes) (dark music)

(Kat retches)

- [Dylan] I used to live on the streets.

Industrial district.

(dark music)

And they asked me to kill Sasha Lovit.

There were people who wanted her dead.

(indistinct whispering)

And I felt responsible to warn you.

(engine hums)

(keyboard clacks)

(keyboard clacks)

- Excuse me.

- How may I assist you?

- I was hoping you could help me with something?

I heard about Derek Williams.

- (sighs) Are you with the media, ma'am?

We've had so many inquiries regarding this matter.

I'm not entertaining any of it.

- No.

- What is wrong with you people?

All the men and women at this shelter are harmless.

Just because one got arrested- - No, no, it's not that.

I have a friend who used to live on the streets in this area

and I haven't seen him in a while,

and so when I heard about the shelter on the news,

I thought maybe he had come here, or maybe you,

you had some information about him?

His his name is Dylan J. Bova.

- Ma'am, a lot of individuals have come and gone

through the years.

I don't remember everyone's name.

- Is there any record of the people who have stayed here?

- Possibly, but as you can see,

I'm the only coordinator left.

I wear too many hats, as is.

Don't have time to dig through databases.

Our budget's been cut.

And we can no longer count on contributions

from Mom and Pop.

(ominous music)

- Mom and Pop are real?

- That's a nickname we have for an old couple

who used to donate a lot of money to the shelter.

They even hired some of the homeless to do small jobs

at their house, in return for clothes and a hot meal.

- Can I ask their names?

- Mr. And Mrs. Abernathy.

Everyone loves them around here. Very nice people.

We met them through a church charity event.

- Any reason why they stopped?

- We don't ask those questions.

They had been more than generous.

I understand, though. They're getting old.

We have to believe that they needed

to keep some of that money for themselves.

- [Kat] But he was hired by someone else.

- [Correa] We questioned Mr. and Mrs. Abernathy

in the beginning.

What motive would they have?

- Please look into this.

I know that the last time you saw me, I was a mess,

but I wouldn't make this up.

I have nothing to gain!

- [Correa] Last time I saw you,

you said people were following you.

- [Kat] I had this all wrong.

- [Correa] So, where is this Dylan guy now?

- (sighs) I don't know.

When I gave him his wallet back, he disappeared.

- [Correa] (chuckles) No proof whatsoever.

You're just making assumptions.

- The nickname that Dylan had for this old couple

was Mom and Pop.

Mr. And Mrs. Abernathy are known as Mom and Pop

at the shelter where your guy used to stay!

- [Correa] Do you know how many Mom and Pops

there are in this town?

The owners of the convenience store downtown,

where I buy my cigars, go by Mom and Pop.

This is an open and shut case.

We're not going to discuss it any further. Goodbye, Kat.

(crickets chirp)

(keyboard clacks) (dark music)

- Our daughter, Sasha,

was abducted from the Golden Jackal lounge, last Thursday.

The police have been unsuccessful

in their attempts to locate her,

and we haven't heard from her.

(lights clink)

(lights clink)

(suspenseful music)

We need you now.

And you need us.

If you wanna keep your supply moving,

you'll do this for. us.

- Don't feel bad for her.

She chose this path willingly.

The only way to save her now is to end it all.

(gun scrapes)

(Kat gasps)

(Kat breathes heavily)

(water splashes)

(door opens) (tense music)

(Kat pants)

(Kat pants and yelps)

(Kat pants) (tense music swells)

(dark music)

(pills rattle)

(pills rattle)

(Kat sighs)

(Kat sighs)

- Hey.

No, I don't miss you.

(sighs) Listen.

Do you still have access to realtor key lock boxes?

(sighs) Great. I'm gonna send you an address.

Meet me there.

Because you owe me.

(Kat sighs)

(ominous music)

(ominous music continues)

(Craig sighs)

- Explain to me again what we're doing here.

(suspenseful music)

(Craig sighs)

(Craig breathes deeply)

So does this mean you're taking me back?

- I'll let you know.

(lock clicks)

(crickets chirp) (suspenseful music continues)

(suspenseful music continues)

(Kat pants)

(doorbell chimes)

- [Baker] What, uh, what are you doing?

- Do was I say.

- [Baker] I...

I, um...

- [Kat] Sit.

- I'm cooperating.

Uh, I'm sure the knife's not necessary.

Whatever the issue is.

- I know about Dylan.

- Who? - Dylan Bova!

- Oh. (clears throat)

- [Estelle] Baker? Are you in here?

- Sit next to him.

- What is she doing here?

- It's gonna be okay.

- He knows why I'm here.

- [Baker] Is this about money?

- [Kat] I know you're connected to the 9th street shelter.

- Um...

We've made some donations over the years.

- You hired Dylan to work for you, and then Derek Williams.

- We've had some help with house chores, now and then.

- Who's Dylan?

We don't know a Dylan, or a Derek.

- You, you you knew them.

You knew that they had a drug addiction,

and you knew that you could manipulate them,

and involve them in your plan to kill Sasha!

- How dare you!

- Calm down, Estelle.

- Are you gonna allow her to come into our home

and accuse us of murder?

Our Sasha?

- You think our lives haven't been shattered?

It's crazy to tie us to this heinous crime!

Why would we kill our own daughter?

- You thought she was a sinner!

Because, because you thought her job

and her lifestyle were immoral!

You thought this was the only way to save her!

- No.

- Sasha was the child we always dreamed of having.

(Estelle pants)

Listen. No one needs to know about this.

Please, put the knife down.

Estelle makes the best hot cocoa. Don't you, Estelle?

And we can sit and we can chat about this.

This is not your fault.

The way the world is today has led you young ladies astray.

- That Mom and Pop act's not gonna work on me, okay?

You need to start talking and tell me everything!

I'm doing this for Sasha!

(Estelle pants)

- There's only one thing we can do for her.

Let us pray for her.

Estelle.

Kneel down. - I can't do this.

- Yes, you can.

Get down.

(Estelle coughs)

(dark piano music)

You too, dear, and we should hold hands.

(Baker grunts) (Kat yelps)

(knife plunges) (Baker groans)

- Oh, my...

(body thuds) (Baker groans)

(Kat gasps)

(knife clangs)

(Baker moans)

(Kat pants)

(dark music continues)

- [Dominic] You've reached the voicemail of Dominic Dunaway.

Please leave a message and a number

and I'll get back to you, as soon as possible.

- Pick up, please! Please!

I screwed up. I need your help.

It's bad. Please.

You have to help me. Please, please help me.

Please. Please help me.

(Kat sobs)

(ominous tones)

(clock ticks rhythmically)

(page flicks)

(page flicks)

(page flicks)

(page flicks)

(page flicks)

(Kat clears her throat)

- Good. You're awake.

I brought you back to my place last night.

- [Kat] What happened to them?

- We have a guest coming soon.

- Who?

- It's a surprise.

- I'm, I'm not in the mood.

(knocks on door) (Dominic chuckles)

- Excellent. He's right on time.

You should wash up.

(water splashes)

- [Kat] Dominic, pick up, please! Please pick up!

I need your help. Please, please help me.

I screwed up. It's bad.

You have to help me, please!

(dark orchestral music)

(Kat sighs)

- Well, don't be too happy for me. It started raining.

- Raining what? Money? (Henry chuckles)

- I wish. I would've just scooped it up.

But instead, I had to sit there.

- Oh, there she is. - Hey!

Congratulations. You are our girl!

- [Dominic] It's official. You got the part.

- Yeah. It's a busy day, but Dominic told me you were here.

I wanted to deliver the message in person.

- I don't, I don't know what to say.

- Ah, I did the same for Sasha.

You should've seen the look on her face.

She had this amazing smile. Sometimes mischievous.

I get the feeling you'll be less trouble.

- I'm just glad the whole project's moving forward.

- Yeah, well, money solves a lot of problems.

Hey, I do need to get going.

Did you get the contract I emailed earlier?

- I did. I was looking over it, right before you got here.

- [Henry] Well, let me know if there's any questions.

I don't anticipate any questions,

but get it back to me, ASAP.

- [Dominic] Henry, you'll have it,

before you've finished your lunch.

(door closes)

Now, aren't you grateful that I found you,

that night at Justine's party?

- I don't know how I feel about this.

- Oh, it's okay.

Just hasn't hit you yet.

You're on your way, Kat.

- I've...

I've done a horrible thing.

- [Dominic] (chuckles) Come on, stop that nonsense.

- I mean it.

- Everybody who's been successful in this town has some

skeletons in their closet.

Look, everything's in order.

Just sign where I've highlighted.

- Dominic, how did you know where I was last night?

- What do you mean?

- The last thing I remember,

I was at the Abernathys' house, and then I woke up here.

- You called me.

Called me and I came and got you.

- But I know I didn't tell you where I was.

Dominic, do you know Mr. and Mrs. Abernathy?

(Dominic sighs)

- Yeah, look.

I didn't wanna discuss this with you,

'cause I didn't wanna embarrass you.

I got your message.

I called you back, it went straight to voicemail.

I didn't know where to look, so I called your ex-boyfriend.

- How, how did you get-

- [Dominic] Oh, his phone number's available

all over the internet.

He said you went to Bobby G's house.

So, I put two and two together.

- How did you, how did you get inside?

I locked the door.

- (chuckles) "Inside"?

I didn't get inside.

Kat, when I got there,

you were passed out on the front porch.

- Outside?

- Yes.

And you almost threw everything away last night.

Lucky for us, Mr. and Mrs. Abernathy were out of town.

- No, no, no, no. No, they're not.

I, I heard them. They, they might be-

- Oh, I've been told they were in Ohio.

They've been there all week. - That's not possible.

- (chuckles) It is possible.

They have a vast fortune. They can do whatever they want.

And right now, they're on vacation.

Kat...

(Dominic sighs)

This document is the beginning of your path to stardom.

Now, I know deep down inside, you trust me.

Because I was the one you called last night.

- Dominic, what do you know about Sasha's murder?

- Oh.

Don't worry about Sasha anymore.

Everybody's gonna forget about her. The whole incident.

- Someone wanted her out of the picture.

- [Dominic] (chuckles) Quit fabricating ideas in your head.

- I can, I can help the police put the pieces together.

- No, you can't!

If somebody digs into this and finds a sinister plot,

who had the most to gain from her death?

For your own good, do not pursue this any further.

(dark music continues)

(pen clicks)

(pen scribbles)