Intern (2000) — AI Story Visualization

Plot Analysis Summary

An overworked magazine intern clears her name, advances her career, and finds lasting love amid workplace intrigue.

Story Structure — 5 Plot Phases

A Loyal Intern Under Suspicion

Jocelyn works under harsh conditions at Skirt while remaining devoted to its photo spreads. When a spy leaks Skirt material to Vogue, suspicion begins to fall on her.

Key Events

• Jocelyn Works at Skirt — Jocelyn works as an intern at Skirt and devotes herself to its photo spreads. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett Location: Skirt magazine
• Harsh Internship Conditions — She is mistreated, overworked, and underpaid while remaining committed to the magazine. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett Location: Skirt magazine
• Skirt Content Is Leaked — A spy begins handing Skirt's spreads and story ideas to rival magazine Vogue. Location: Skirt magazine
• The Spy Becomes a Rumor — Staff members speculate about the infiltrator, whom they call a yuri. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett Location: Skirt magazine
• Suspicion Falls on Jocelyn — Jocelyn becomes one of the people suspected of being the spy. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett Location: Skirt magazine

Love Among The Deadlines

Jocelyn investigates the infiltrator while meeting Paul, Skirt's deputy art director. Their shared interests deepen her feelings, but Paul's relationship with Resin creates a romantic barrier.

Key Events

• Suspicion Falls on Jocelyn — Jocelyn becomes one of the people suspected of being the spy. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett Location: Skirt magazine
• Jocelyn Starts Investigating — She searches for the spy in order to clear her name. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett Location: Skirt magazine
• Paul Enters Her Life — Jocelyn meets Paul, Skirt's British deputy art director, and finds they have much in common. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett, Paul Rochester Location: Skirt magazine
• Jocelyn Falls for Paul — Jocelyn's investigation continues as she realizes she is falling in love with Paul. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett, Paul Rochester Location: Skirt magazine
• Resin Blocks Romance — Paul's supermodel girlfriend Resin stands between Jocelyn and a possible relationship. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett, Paul Rochester, Resin Location: Skirt magazine

Jealousy And Professional Doubt

Jocelyn faces continuing workplace obstacles and only brief recognition from editors. She dates Alex to provoke Paul, but the relationship quickly fails.

Key Events

• Career Obstacles Continue — Jocelyn faces workplace obstacles while continuing to search for the infiltrator. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett Location: Skirt magazine
• Editors Notice Her Potential — Jocelyn begins to stand out to editors, although they quickly forget her potential. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett Location: Skirt magazine
• Jocelyn Dates Alex — Jocelyn dates photo shoot technician Alex to make Paul jealous. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett, Alex, Paul Rochester Location: Photo shoot area
• The Short Romance Ends — Jocelyn and Alex's relationship does not last. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett, Alex Location: Skirt magazine

The Spy And The Breakup

Jocelyn learns why Resin dates Paul, while the spy is finally apprehended. Her efforts lead to a better position at Skirt just as Resin ends her relationship with Paul.

Key Events

• Resin's Motive Revealed — Jocelyn learns that Resin dates Paul because he is related to Prince Charles. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett, Paul Rochester, Resin Location: Skirt magazine
• The Spy Is Apprehended — The spy is finally apprehended, ending the immediate threat to Skirt. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett Location: Skirt magazine
• Jocelyn Earns Promotion — For her work, Jocelyn becomes an assistant and is eventually placed on staff. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett Location: Skirt magazine
• Resin Leaves Paul — At a party thrown by Skirt, Resin dumps Paul for another model. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett, Paul Rochester, Resin Location: Skirt party
• Paul And Jocelyn Get Engaged — After Resin leaves Paul, Paul and Jocelyn become engaged. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett, Paul Rochester Location: Skirt party

A Shared Creative Future

Paul and Jocelyn become engaged after Resin leaves him. Two years later, Jocelyn is senior photo editor and Paul is a famous artist, with their wedding approaching.

Key Events

• Paul And Jocelyn Get Engaged — After Resin leaves Paul, Paul and Jocelyn become engaged. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett, Paul Rochester Location: Skirt party
• Two Years Later — Two years later, the happy couple appears on a PBS tour connected to Skirt. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett, Paul Rochester Location: PBS tour
• Creative Dreams Come True — Jocelyn is senior photo editor, Paul is a famous artist, and they plan to marry. Characters: Jocelyn Bennett, Paul Rochester Location: PBS tour

Story Breakdown

• Magazine Workplace — Jocelyn's dedication to Skirt contrasts with the poor treatment she receives as an intern.
  • Harsh Internship — Jocelyn is overworked, underpaid, and mistreated at Skirt.
  • Creative Devotion — She remains especially devoted to Skirt's photo spreads.
• The Content Leak — A spy transfers Skirt's creative material to Vogue, threatening the magazine.
  • Stolen Spreads — Skirt's photo spreads and story ideas are handed to Vogue.
  • Growing Suspicion — Staff members speculate about the infiltrator and suspect Jocelyn.
• Jocelyn Investigates — Jocelyn searches for the spy to clear her name and protect her workplace.
  • Clearing Her Name — She tries to apprehend the spy rather than accept the accusations.
  • Spy Apprehended — The investigation eventually ends with the spy being caught.
• Paul And Jocelyn — Jocelyn's professional connection with Paul develops into a central romance.
  • Shared Interests — Jocelyn meets Paul and discovers that they have much in common.
  • Growing Affection — Jocelyn falls in love with Paul despite his existing relationship.
• Resin's Obstacle — Paul's relationship with Resin complicates Jocelyn's romantic hopes.
  • Supermodel Girlfriend — Resin is identified as Paul's supermodel girlfriend.
  • Hidden Motivation — Jocelyn learns Resin dates Paul because of his relation to Prince Charles.
• The Jealousy Detour — Jocelyn uses a brief relationship with Alex to influence Paul's feelings.
  • Dating Alex — Jocelyn begins dating Alex, a photo shoot technician.
  • Relationship Ends — The relationship fails because it begins as an attempt to make Paul jealous.
• Career Advancement — Jocelyn's work gradually earns her recognition and improved status at Skirt.
  • Editors Notice Her — Editors recognize Jocelyn's potential, though they quickly forget it.
  • Senior Photo Editor — Two years later, Jocelyn has become Skirt's senior photo editor.
• A Shared Future — The story concludes with professional achievement and a lasting commitment between Jocelyn and Paul.
  • Resin Leaves Paul — Resin dumps Paul for another model at a Skirt party.
  • Engagement And Success — Paul and Jocelyn become engaged, while Paul becomes a famous artist and their wedding approaches.

Directed by

Michael Lange

Key Cast

• Dominique Swain — Jocelyn Bennett
• Ben Pullen — Paul Rochester
• Peggy Lipton — Roxanne Rochet
• David Deblinger — Richard Sinn
• Joan Rivers — Dolly Bellows