MARK HILL - writer guy
Provident Financial TV adverts
TV AD 1
INT. ORDINARY RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT
DAVE, A MAN IN HIS 40s, IS DRIVING HIS CAR TALKING TO CAMERA. AS HE RECOUNTS HIS STORY HE ACTS IT OUT WITH HAND GESTURES. AS A RESULT, HIS DRIVING IS ERRATIC AND DANGEROUS.
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DAVE
I went out to the car, turned the key — and nothing. Dead. I opened the bonnet and tried everything. But no luck. I needed help, so I called Eve.
CAMERA OPENS OUT TO SHOW THAT EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT, IS SITTING IN THE CAR NEXT TO JAN.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
EVE
I can’t fix cars, but as Dave’s neighbourhood Provident agent, I was able to get him a cash loan so he could take it to the garage.
DAVE
It was really simple. A few forms to sign and I had the cash in just two days. Soon I was back on the road.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
AS HE RECOUNTS THE NEXT PART, DAVE RE-ENACTS. THIS CAUSES THE CAR TO SWERVE WILDLY.
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DAVE
And then just this morning, I spotted Eve at the bus stop and was able to return the favour by giving her a lift to work.
DAVE LOOKS AT EVE AND GIVES HER AN 'AREN'T I A NICE FELLOW' SORT OF SMILE. EVE SMILES WANLY BACK, THEN TURNS TO CAMERA.
EVE (TO CAMERA, chuckling)
Next time, I think I'll stick with the bus..
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 2
INT. ORDINARY RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT
MARTIN, A YOUNGISH MAN, IS STANDING IN THE KITCHEN TELLING HIS STORY. EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT, IS WITH HIM.
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MARTIN
Karen was visiting her parents for the weekend so I went for a night out with my mates. When I got home, I was so hungry. Stupidly, I tried to boil an egg in the microwave.
EVE IS CHUCKLING AND MAKING FACES TO INDICATE HOW SILLY MARTIN'S ACTIONS WERE.
MARTIN
Anyway, I sat down to watch TV and forgot all about the egg. Ten minutes later there was a huge bang from the kitchen and the microwave was a write-off.
I had to get a new microwave before Karen got back so I called Eve.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
EVE
I know Martin, and as his local Provident agent, I was able to get him a cash loan to replace the microwave.
MARTIN
I just signed a few papers and had the money in two days.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
KAREN, THE WIFE, RETURNS HOME. SHE SEES THE NEW MICROWAVE.
KAREN
Oh Martin! You replaced that crummy old microwave. You're a sweetheart.
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MARTIN (with false modesty)
Hey, nothing's too good for you, Babe.
KAREN SMILES CONSPIRATORIALLY AT EVE AND MAKES A "CALL ME" HAND GESTURE. EVE SMILES BACK.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 3
INT. ORDINARY RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT. THERE'S A LARGE CHANDELIER OVER THE DINING TABLE.
CAROL, AN OLDER WOMAN, IS IN THE DINING ROOM TELLING HER STORY. EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT, IS IN THE APARTMENT..
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CAROL (in a loud whisper)
We'd just sat down to lunch when the young couple who live above started … well, you know.
CAROL USES HER TEASPOON AND TEACUP TO SIMULATE THE NOISE OF A SWAYING CHANDELIER.
MEANWHILE EVE WALKS INTO THE ROOM.
CAROL
The chandelier swayed and rocked and suddenly came crashing down on the table. With the holiday coming up, we needed a new light fixture and tableware. So I called Eve.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
EVE
As Carol's neighbour and local Provident agent, I was able to get her a loan to replace what was broken.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
CAROL
It was quick, easy and I had the money in just two days. Thanks, Eve.
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EVE
I'm always here when people need my help. Why just a few weeks ago, I helped the couple upstairs buy a new bed.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 4
EXT. WINTER. ANNA, HER DAUGHTER KATE AND PROVIDENT AGENT EVE ARE OUTSIDE NEXT TO A BUS.
KATE WAVES GOODBYE TO ANNA AND HOPS ABOARD THE BUS. ANNA TURNS TO CAMERA AND TELLS HER STORY.
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ANNA
When Kate came home with a notice about a ski trip and we tried on her boots, they were far too small. There wasn't enough time to save for a new pair, so I called Eve.
EVE
I know Anna, and as her local Provident agent, I was able to get her a cash loan to buy some new boots.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
ANNA
It was quick, trouble-free and we had the money in about two days.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
ANNA REACHES DOWN AND PICKS UP A PAIR OF SKI BOOTS THAT HAVE BEEN LYING ON TOP OF A DUFFEL BAG. SHE SHOWS THEM TO EVE AND BOTH LOOK APPROVINGLY.
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ANNA
Thanks Eve, for helping us get Kate's boots.
ANNA AND EVE LOOK AT EACH OTHER IN SHOCK.
ANNA and EVE
Boots!
THEY GRAB THE BOOTS AND DUFFEL BACK AND RUN OFF TO CATCH THE BUS JUST IN TIME.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 5
EXT. OUTSIDE AN APARTMENT BLOCK
PAUL, A YOUNG FATHER, AND HIS FAMILY ARE REMOVING BAGS AND SUITCASES FROM THE BACK OF A TAXI. EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT, IS THERE. THERE IS A CONSTANT BACKGROUND OF KIDS RUNNING AROUND, PLAYING WITH TOYS, ETC.
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PAUL
We didn't have the cash for a holiday. But with summer approaching, we wanted to go away when the weather's warm and the kids are off school. So I called Eve.
EVE
As Paul's neighbour and local Provident agent, I was able to get him a small loan to take his family on holiday.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
PAUL
It was easy to arrange. And I had the money in plenty of time to give my family a nice summer break.
EVE LOOKS AT PAUL AND SMILES.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
PAUL
And how about you, Eve. Have you been away.
ONE OF THE KIDS TOSSES A BEACH BALL. IT HIT'S EVE IN THE FACE AND KNOCKS OFF HER GLASSES. SHE LAUGHS AND TURNS TO PAUL.
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EVE (with a chuckle)
Not yet. We holiday in Autumn when it's quieter. Too many noisy kids in the summer.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 6
INT. ORDINARY RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT
JIM AND PAUL ARE SITTING ON THE SOFA IN FRONT OF THE TV IN PAUL'S APARTMENT. JIM IS TELLING THE STORY TO CAMERA.
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JIM
When Paul's television broke down, I invited him to my place to watch the football … and drink my beer … and eat my food.
After a few matches, I had to do something. So I introduced him to Eve.
CAMERA SHOWS US EVE. SHE SMILES. IT'S NOT CLEAR IF EVE IS IN THE ROOM, OR IF THIS IS JUST A SHOT OF HER.
CAMERA IS ON PAUL.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
PAUL
As our local Provident agent, Eve was able to arrange a cash loan so I could get my TV fixed.
SHOW EVE'S FACE AGAIN.
PAUL
It was easy to set up. And I had the money in just a couple of days.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
JIM
Now I can watch Paul's TV …
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PAUL
… and drink my beer, and eat my …
CAMERA WIDES OUT TO SHOW THAT EVE IS, IN FACT, SITTING ON THE SOFA WITH THE BOYS. SHE WAVES HER HAND TO GET THEIR ATTENTION AND POINTS AT THE TV.
EVE (with a chuckle)
Hey guys! Shut up and watch the game!
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 7
EXT. A QUEUE IN WINTER TIME
MARK IS STANDING IN A QUEUE. EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT, IS NEXT TO HIM.
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MARK
Well it's Christmas time once again. Time to queue up. Queue up to buy a tree. Queue up to buy the turkey. But before I could join the queue, I needed the cash. So I called Eve.
EVE
I'm Mark's friend, but I'm also his local Provident agent. So I was able to arrange a small loan so he could get a tree and turkey for Christmas.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
MARK
It was easy to arrange and Provident don't make you queue up. I signed a few papers and, two days later, Eve was back with the cash.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
MARK LOOKS FORWARD ALONG THE QUEUE, THEN TURNS TO EVE.
MARK (to Eve)
This is a long one, isn't it. I hope we get to the end before all the good trees are gone.
EVE (laughing)
Mark, this is the bus queue!
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CAMERA WIDENS OUT TO SHOW THAT MARK AND EVA ARE ACTUALLY LINING UP AT A BUS STOP.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 8
EXT. BUS STATION
KAREN, A 40-ISH WOMAN, IS AT THE BUS STATION WITH EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT. IN THE BACKGROUND IS A BUS MARKED "ROME — WARSAW".
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KAREN
For her 70th birthday, we wanted to give Granny her lifelong dream, a trip to Rome. We didn't have the cash on hand, so I called Eve.
EVE
As Karen's neighbour and local Provident agent, I was able to get her a small loan to give Granny the trip of a lifetime.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
KAREN
It was easy. A few papers to sign and I had the money in 48 hours.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
CAMERA SHOWS THE FRONT OF THE BUS. THE FRONT DOOR IS OPEN AND PEOPLE ARE GETTING OFF.
KAREN (to EVE)
I wonder if she'll bring anything back.
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EVE
Souvenirs?
GRANNY EXITS THE BUS. SHE WAVES AND SMILES.
KAREN
Maybe gifts?
GRANNY CONTINUES TO EXIT. AS SHE LEAVES WE SEE SHE IS HOLDING A HAND. AS THE NEXT PASSENGER EXITS, WE SEE THAT THE HAND BELONGS TO AN OLDER, VERY OBVIOUSLY ITALIAN, MAN, HER NEW BOYFRIEND. HE PUTS HIS ARM AROUND HER AND THEY SMILE TO CAMERA.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 8 (CHRISTMAS VERSION)
EXT. BUS STATION
KAREN, A 40-ISH WOMAN, IS AT THE BUS STATION WITH EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT. IN THE BACKGROUND IS A BUS MARKED "NORTH POLE EXPRESS".
SUPER: LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE
KAREN
For her 70th birthday, we wanted to give Granny her lifelong dream, a trip to Lapland. We didn't have the cash on hand, so I called Eve.
EVE
As Karen's neighbour and local Provident agent, I was able to get her a small loan to give Granny the trip of a lifetime.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
KAREN
It was easy. A few papers to sign and I had the money in 48 hours.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
CAMERA SHOWS THE FRONT OF THE BUS. THE FRONT DOOR IS OPEN AND PEOPLE ARE GETTING OFF.
KAREN (to EVE)
I wonder if she'll bring anything back.
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EVE
Gifts?
GRANNY EXITS THE BUS. SHE WAVES AND SMILES.
KAREN
Christmas decorations?
GRANNY CONTINUES TO EXIT. AS SHE LEAVES WE SEE SHE IS HOLDING A HAND. THE HAND IS WHITE GLOVED AND RED SLEEVED. AS THE NEXT PASSENGER EXITS, WE SEE THAT THE HAND BELONGS TO SANTA CLAUS. HE PUTS HIS ARM AROUND HER AND THEY SMILE TO CAMERA.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
ENDTV AD 9
INT. ORDINARY FLAT.
IT'S A WEDDING PARTY. MANY GUESTS. THE TABLES AND CHAIRS ARE ALL MIS-MATCHED. HELEN, A WOMAN OF ABOUT 50, IS THE HOST. A MAN COMES IN WITH TWO CHAIRS AND BRINGS THEM TO HER.
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HELENA (to man)
An extra. Thanks, Paul.
HELEN PUTS HER ARM AROUND EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT.
HELEN (to camera)
The extra chair is for my friend Eve. Without her, we wouldn't even have this party.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
EVE
I'm Helen's friend, but I'm also her local Provident agent. So I was able to arrange a small loan so she could buy food and drink for the guests.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
MARY, A YOUNG WOMAN, THE BRIDE, WALKS UP AND KISSES HELEN.
MARY
Thanks, Mom.
MARY TURNS TO EVE.
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MARY (to Eve)
And thank you, Eve.
MARY (again to Eve, but in a quieter tone)
Maybe we can talk later. I might need a loan of ...?
MARY MAKES A THINKING EXPRESSION, THEN TURNS TO CAMERA
MARY (confiding to camera, smiling)
Hmmm. What does a pram cost these days?
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 10
EXT. AN ALLOTMENT WITH A LARGE SHED
ANDREW, A PENSIONER IN HIS SIXTIES, IS STANDING OUTSIDE TALKING TO CAMERA. OVER HIS RIGHT SHOULDER WE SEE THE LARGE BOTTOM OF AN OBESE WOMAN WHO IS BENDING OVER TENDING TO HER PLANTS.
SUPER: LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE
ANDREW
I got tired of having the only allotment without a shed. Especially as old man Humphries got one last summer. So when I saw a good used shed at a great price, I called Eve.
WHENEVER HE SAYS 'EVE' HE GESTURES OVER HIS RIGHT SHOULDER WITH HIS RIGHT THUMB POINTING AT THE FAT BOTTOM.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
ANDREW
As my friend, as well as our local Provident agent, Eve (THUMB GESTURE) was able to get me a small loan so I could buy the shed.
It was easy to arrange. All I had to do was sign a few papers. And just two days later Eve (THUMB GESTURE) was back with the cash.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
Now I've got the nicest shed here. Even grumpy old Humphries is jealous.
ANDREW TURNS TO HIS LEFT TO CALL OUT TO EVE IN HER ALLOTMENT. AS HE DOES HE MOVES SLIGHTLY ASIDE SO HE OBSCURES THE FAT WOMAN'S BOTTOM.
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ANDREW
Thanks, Eve!
LOOKING PAST ANDREW'S LEFT SIDE, WE SEE AN ATTRACTIVE YOUNG WOMAN, EVE, STANDING UP HOLDING A GARDENING TROWEL AND A PLANT. WITH THE OTHER HAND, SHE WAVES AND SMILES AT ANDREW.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 11
EXT. CITY PARK
ANNA, A MOTHER IN HER LATE 30s IS OUTDOORS WITH EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT. THEY ARE BEING FILMED BY AN INEXPERIENCED AMATEUR CAMERA OPERATOR, 14-YEAR-OLD PETER, WITH A HOME VIDEO RECORDER.
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ANNA (to camera)
When Peter joined the film club, we wanted to encourage him. You're going be a film-maker, aren't you Peter?
CAMERA ROCKS UP AND DOWN AS PETER FORGETS HIMSELF AND NODS 'YES.'
ANNA
We wanted to get him a video camera. I saw one on sale, but didn't have the money. So I called Eve.
CAMERA PANS TO EVE.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
EVE
I know Anna, and as her local Provident agent, I was able to get her a cash loan to buy the camera.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
CAMERA MOVES BACK TO ANNA. WE CAN SEE OVER HER SHOULDER, THERE APPEARS TO BE A FIGURE THERE, BUT IT'S NOT IN FOCUS.
ANNA
It was easy to arrange. And I had the money in just 48 hours.
GRADUALLY, THE FOCUS STARTS TO SHIFT AND THE FIGURE IN THE BACKGROUND COMES CLEARER. ANNA IS GETTING A LITTLE OUT OF FOCUS.
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ANNA
Now Peter can practise his filming technique.
FOCUS NOW SHIFTS TO THE BACKGROUND FIGURE. IT'S A VERY SEXY YOUNG WOMAN.
ANNA (louder)
Can't you, Peter.
FOCUS IS NOW SHARP ON THE SEXY GIRL. ANNA IS A BLUR.
ANNA (sharply and loud)
Peter!
FOCUS SUDDENLY SNAPS FROM THE SEXY GIRL TO ANNA.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
INT. ORDINARY RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT
DAVE, A MAN IN HIS 40s, IS DRIVING HIS CAR TALKING TO CAMERA. AS HE RECOUNTS HIS STORY HE ACTS IT OUT WITH HAND GESTURES. AS A RESULT, HIS DRIVING IS ERRATIC AND DANGEROUS.
SUPER: LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE
DAVE
I went out to the car, turned the key — and nothing. Dead. I opened the bonnet and tried everything. But no luck. I needed help, so I called Eve.
CAMERA OPENS OUT TO SHOW THAT EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT, IS SITTING IN THE CAR NEXT TO JAN.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
EVE
I can’t fix cars, but as Dave’s neighbourhood Provident agent, I was able to get him a cash loan so he could take it to the garage.
DAVE
It was really simple. A few forms to sign and I had the cash in just two days. Soon I was back on the road.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
AS HE RECOUNTS THE NEXT PART, DAVE RE-ENACTS. THIS CAUSES THE CAR TO SWERVE WILDLY.
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DAVE
And then just this morning, I spotted Eve at the bus stop and was able to return the favour by giving her a lift to work.
DAVE LOOKS AT EVE AND GIVES HER AN 'AREN'T I A NICE FELLOW' SORT OF SMILE. EVE SMILES WANLY BACK, THEN TURNS TO CAMERA.
EVE (TO CAMERA, chuckling)
Next time, I think I'll stick with the bus..
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 2
INT. ORDINARY RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT
MARTIN, A YOUNGISH MAN, IS STANDING IN THE KITCHEN TELLING HIS STORY. EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT, IS WITH HIM.
SUPER: LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE
MARTIN
Karen was visiting her parents for the weekend so I went for a night out with my mates. When I got home, I was so hungry. Stupidly, I tried to boil an egg in the microwave.
EVE IS CHUCKLING AND MAKING FACES TO INDICATE HOW SILLY MARTIN'S ACTIONS WERE.
MARTIN
Anyway, I sat down to watch TV and forgot all about the egg. Ten minutes later there was a huge bang from the kitchen and the microwave was a write-off.
I had to get a new microwave before Karen got back so I called Eve.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
EVE
I know Martin, and as his local Provident agent, I was able to get him a cash loan to replace the microwave.
MARTIN
I just signed a few papers and had the money in two days.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
KAREN, THE WIFE, RETURNS HOME. SHE SEES THE NEW MICROWAVE.
KAREN
Oh Martin! You replaced that crummy old microwave. You're a sweetheart.
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MARTIN (with false modesty)
Hey, nothing's too good for you, Babe.
KAREN SMILES CONSPIRATORIALLY AT EVE AND MAKES A "CALL ME" HAND GESTURE. EVE SMILES BACK.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 3
INT. ORDINARY RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT. THERE'S A LARGE CHANDELIER OVER THE DINING TABLE.
CAROL, AN OLDER WOMAN, IS IN THE DINING ROOM TELLING HER STORY. EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT, IS IN THE APARTMENT..
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CAROL (in a loud whisper)
We'd just sat down to lunch when the young couple who live above started … well, you know.
CAROL USES HER TEASPOON AND TEACUP TO SIMULATE THE NOISE OF A SWAYING CHANDELIER.
MEANWHILE EVE WALKS INTO THE ROOM.
CAROL
The chandelier swayed and rocked and suddenly came crashing down on the table. With the holiday coming up, we needed a new light fixture and tableware. So I called Eve.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
EVE
As Carol's neighbour and local Provident agent, I was able to get her a loan to replace what was broken.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
CAROL
It was quick, easy and I had the money in just two days. Thanks, Eve.
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EVE
I'm always here when people need my help. Why just a few weeks ago, I helped the couple upstairs buy a new bed.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 4
EXT. WINTER. ANNA, HER DAUGHTER KATE AND PROVIDENT AGENT EVE ARE OUTSIDE NEXT TO A BUS.
KATE WAVES GOODBYE TO ANNA AND HOPS ABOARD THE BUS. ANNA TURNS TO CAMERA AND TELLS HER STORY.
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ANNA
When Kate came home with a notice about a ski trip and we tried on her boots, they were far too small. There wasn't enough time to save for a new pair, so I called Eve.
EVE
I know Anna, and as her local Provident agent, I was able to get her a cash loan to buy some new boots.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
ANNA
It was quick, trouble-free and we had the money in about two days.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
ANNA REACHES DOWN AND PICKS UP A PAIR OF SKI BOOTS THAT HAVE BEEN LYING ON TOP OF A DUFFEL BAG. SHE SHOWS THEM TO EVE AND BOTH LOOK APPROVINGLY.
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ANNA
Thanks Eve, for helping us get Kate's boots.
ANNA AND EVE LOOK AT EACH OTHER IN SHOCK.
ANNA and EVE
Boots!
THEY GRAB THE BOOTS AND DUFFEL BACK AND RUN OFF TO CATCH THE BUS JUST IN TIME.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 5
EXT. OUTSIDE AN APARTMENT BLOCK
PAUL, A YOUNG FATHER, AND HIS FAMILY ARE REMOVING BAGS AND SUITCASES FROM THE BACK OF A TAXI. EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT, IS THERE. THERE IS A CONSTANT BACKGROUND OF KIDS RUNNING AROUND, PLAYING WITH TOYS, ETC.
SUPER: LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE
PAUL
We didn't have the cash for a holiday. But with summer approaching, we wanted to go away when the weather's warm and the kids are off school. So I called Eve.
EVE
As Paul's neighbour and local Provident agent, I was able to get him a small loan to take his family on holiday.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
PAUL
It was easy to arrange. And I had the money in plenty of time to give my family a nice summer break.
EVE LOOKS AT PAUL AND SMILES.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
PAUL
And how about you, Eve. Have you been away.
ONE OF THE KIDS TOSSES A BEACH BALL. IT HIT'S EVE IN THE FACE AND KNOCKS OFF HER GLASSES. SHE LAUGHS AND TURNS TO PAUL.
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EVE (with a chuckle)
Not yet. We holiday in Autumn when it's quieter. Too many noisy kids in the summer.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 6
INT. ORDINARY RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT
JIM AND PAUL ARE SITTING ON THE SOFA IN FRONT OF THE TV IN PAUL'S APARTMENT. JIM IS TELLING THE STORY TO CAMERA.
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JIM
When Paul's television broke down, I invited him to my place to watch the football … and drink my beer … and eat my food.
After a few matches, I had to do something. So I introduced him to Eve.
CAMERA SHOWS US EVE. SHE SMILES. IT'S NOT CLEAR IF EVE IS IN THE ROOM, OR IF THIS IS JUST A SHOT OF HER.
CAMERA IS ON PAUL.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
PAUL
As our local Provident agent, Eve was able to arrange a cash loan so I could get my TV fixed.
SHOW EVE'S FACE AGAIN.
PAUL
It was easy to set up. And I had the money in just a couple of days.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
JIM
Now I can watch Paul's TV …
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PAUL
… and drink my beer, and eat my …
CAMERA WIDES OUT TO SHOW THAT EVE IS, IN FACT, SITTING ON THE SOFA WITH THE BOYS. SHE WAVES HER HAND TO GET THEIR ATTENTION AND POINTS AT THE TV.
EVE (with a chuckle)
Hey guys! Shut up and watch the game!
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
Need a little helping hand? Ring Provident on 0800 123 4567. That's 0800 123 4567.
END
TV AD 7
EXT. A QUEUE IN WINTER TIME
MARK IS STANDING IN A QUEUE. EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT, IS NEXT TO HIM.
SUPER: LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE
MARK
Well it's Christmas time once again. Time to queue up. Queue up to buy a tree. Queue up to buy the turkey. But before I could join the queue, I needed the cash. So I called Eve.
EVE
I'm Mark's friend, but I'm also his local Provident agent. So I was able to arrange a small loan so he could get a tree and turkey for Christmas.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
MARK
It was easy to arrange and Provident don't make you queue up. I signed a few papers and, two days later, Eve was back with the cash.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
MARK LOOKS FORWARD ALONG THE QUEUE, THEN TURNS TO EVE.
MARK (to Eve)
This is a long one, isn't it. I hope we get to the end before all the good trees are gone.
EVE (laughing)
Mark, this is the bus queue!
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CAMERA WIDENS OUT TO SHOW THAT MARK AND EVA ARE ACTUALLY LINING UP AT A BUS STOP.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
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END
TV AD 8
EXT. BUS STATION
KAREN, A 40-ISH WOMAN, IS AT THE BUS STATION WITH EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT. IN THE BACKGROUND IS A BUS MARKED "ROME — WARSAW".
SUPER: LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE
KAREN
For her 70th birthday, we wanted to give Granny her lifelong dream, a trip to Rome. We didn't have the cash on hand, so I called Eve.
EVE
As Karen's neighbour and local Provident agent, I was able to get her a small loan to give Granny the trip of a lifetime.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
KAREN
It was easy. A few papers to sign and I had the money in 48 hours.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
CAMERA SHOWS THE FRONT OF THE BUS. THE FRONT DOOR IS OPEN AND PEOPLE ARE GETTING OFF.
KAREN (to EVE)
I wonder if she'll bring anything back.
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EVE
Souvenirs?
GRANNY EXITS THE BUS. SHE WAVES AND SMILES.
KAREN
Maybe gifts?
GRANNY CONTINUES TO EXIT. AS SHE LEAVES WE SEE SHE IS HOLDING A HAND. AS THE NEXT PASSENGER EXITS, WE SEE THAT THE HAND BELONGS TO AN OLDER, VERY OBVIOUSLY ITALIAN, MAN, HER NEW BOYFRIEND. HE PUTS HIS ARM AROUND HER AND THEY SMILE TO CAMERA.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
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END
TV AD 8 (CHRISTMAS VERSION)
EXT. BUS STATION
KAREN, A 40-ISH WOMAN, IS AT THE BUS STATION WITH EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT. IN THE BACKGROUND IS A BUS MARKED "NORTH POLE EXPRESS".
SUPER: LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE
KAREN
For her 70th birthday, we wanted to give Granny her lifelong dream, a trip to Lapland. We didn't have the cash on hand, so I called Eve.
EVE
As Karen's neighbour and local Provident agent, I was able to get her a small loan to give Granny the trip of a lifetime.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
KAREN
It was easy. A few papers to sign and I had the money in 48 hours.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
CAMERA SHOWS THE FRONT OF THE BUS. THE FRONT DOOR IS OPEN AND PEOPLE ARE GETTING OFF.
KAREN (to EVE)
I wonder if she'll bring anything back.
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EVE
Gifts?
GRANNY EXITS THE BUS. SHE WAVES AND SMILES.
KAREN
Christmas decorations?
GRANNY CONTINUES TO EXIT. AS SHE LEAVES WE SEE SHE IS HOLDING A HAND. THE HAND IS WHITE GLOVED AND RED SLEEVED. AS THE NEXT PASSENGER EXITS, WE SEE THAT THE HAND BELONGS TO SANTA CLAUS. HE PUTS HIS ARM AROUND HER AND THEY SMILE TO CAMERA.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
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ENDTV AD 9
INT. ORDINARY FLAT.
IT'S A WEDDING PARTY. MANY GUESTS. THE TABLES AND CHAIRS ARE ALL MIS-MATCHED. HELEN, A WOMAN OF ABOUT 50, IS THE HOST. A MAN COMES IN WITH TWO CHAIRS AND BRINGS THEM TO HER.
SUPER: LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE
HELENA (to man)
An extra. Thanks, Paul.
HELEN PUTS HER ARM AROUND EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT.
HELEN (to camera)
The extra chair is for my friend Eve. Without her, we wouldn't even have this party.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
EVE
I'm Helen's friend, but I'm also her local Provident agent. So I was able to arrange a small loan so she could buy food and drink for the guests.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
MARY, A YOUNG WOMAN, THE BRIDE, WALKS UP AND KISSES HELEN.
MARY
Thanks, Mom.
MARY TURNS TO EVE.
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MARY (to Eve)
And thank you, Eve.
MARY (again to Eve, but in a quieter tone)
Maybe we can talk later. I might need a loan of ...?
MARY MAKES A THINKING EXPRESSION, THEN TURNS TO CAMERA
MARY (confiding to camera, smiling)
Hmmm. What does a pram cost these days?
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
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END
TV AD 10
EXT. AN ALLOTMENT WITH A LARGE SHED
ANDREW, A PENSIONER IN HIS SIXTIES, IS STANDING OUTSIDE TALKING TO CAMERA. OVER HIS RIGHT SHOULDER WE SEE THE LARGE BOTTOM OF AN OBESE WOMAN WHO IS BENDING OVER TENDING TO HER PLANTS.
SUPER: LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE
ANDREW
I got tired of having the only allotment without a shed. Especially as old man Humphries got one last summer. So when I saw a good used shed at a great price, I called Eve.
WHENEVER HE SAYS 'EVE' HE GESTURES OVER HIS RIGHT SHOULDER WITH HIS RIGHT THUMB POINTING AT THE FAT BOTTOM.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
ANDREW
As my friend, as well as our local Provident agent, Eve (THUMB GESTURE) was able to get me a small loan so I could buy the shed.
It was easy to arrange. All I had to do was sign a few papers. And just two days later Eve (THUMB GESTURE) was back with the cash.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
Now I've got the nicest shed here. Even grumpy old Humphries is jealous.
ANDREW TURNS TO HIS LEFT TO CALL OUT TO EVE IN HER ALLOTMENT. AS HE DOES HE MOVES SLIGHTLY ASIDE SO HE OBSCURES THE FAT WOMAN'S BOTTOM.
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ANDREW
Thanks, Eve!
LOOKING PAST ANDREW'S LEFT SIDE, WE SEE AN ATTRACTIVE YOUNG WOMAN, EVE, STANDING UP HOLDING A GARDENING TROWEL AND A PLANT. WITH THE OTHER HAND, SHE WAVES AND SMILES AT ANDREW.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
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END
TV AD 11
EXT. CITY PARK
ANNA, A MOTHER IN HER LATE 30s IS OUTDOORS WITH EVE, THE PROVIDENT AGENT. THEY ARE BEING FILMED BY AN INEXPERIENCED AMATEUR CAMERA OPERATOR, 14-YEAR-OLD PETER, WITH A HOME VIDEO RECORDER.
SUPER: LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE
ANNA (to camera)
When Peter joined the film club, we wanted to encourage him. You're going be a film-maker, aren't you Peter?
CAMERA ROCKS UP AND DOWN AS PETER FORGETS HIMSELF AND NODS 'YES.'
ANNA
We wanted to get him a video camera. I saw one on sale, but didn't have the money. So I called Eve.
CAMERA PANS TO EVE.
SUPER: SIMPLE PROCESS. QUICK DECISION
EVE
I know Anna, and as her local Provident agent, I was able to get her a cash loan to buy the camera.
SUPER: MONEY IN JUST 48 HOURS
CAMERA MOVES BACK TO ANNA. WE CAN SEE OVER HER SHOULDER, THERE APPEARS TO BE A FIGURE THERE, BUT IT'S NOT IN FOCUS.
ANNA
It was easy to arrange. And I had the money in just 48 hours.
GRADUALLY, THE FOCUS STARTS TO SHIFT AND THE FIGURE IN THE BACKGROUND COMES CLEARER. ANNA IS GETTING A LITTLE OUT OF FOCUS.
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ANNA
Now Peter can practise his filming technique.
FOCUS NOW SHIFTS TO THE BACKGROUND FIGURE. IT'S A VERY SEXY YOUNG WOMAN.
ANNA (louder)
Can't you, Peter.
FOCUS IS NOW SHARP ON THE SEXY GIRL. ANNA IS A BLUR.
ANNA (sharply and loud)
Peter!
FOCUS SUDDENLY SNAPS FROM THE SEXY GIRL TO ANNA.
FADE TO FINAL FRAME.
VOICE-OVER
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