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Script: Imagine a device invented not for fear, but for fairness. The guillotine, known for its grim role in executions, was actually designed to be a more humane method. In the late 18th century, Dr. Joseph-Ignace Guillotin advocated for a swift and painless death for convicts. During the French Revolution, this invention was seen as a step toward equality—everyone, regardless of class, faced the same fate. Ironically, Guillotin himself opposed the death penalty. A tool meant to equalize became a symbol of terror. But it began as an emblem of justice. Strange how history twists intentions into legends.
Custom instruction: 1) Blocks & Shots: Start with a close-up of a guillotine blade. Cut to historical paintings of French Revolution scenes. Show a portrait of Dr. Guillotin. End with a wide shot of a guillotine silhouette at sunset. 2) Transition Plan: Use smooth crossfades between historical images and modern depictions. 3) Subtitles: Include clear, bold text at the bottom for key phrases and historical dates. 4) Lighting/Color: Use sepia tones for historical scenes; shift to stark black and white for modern interpretations. 5) Cut Cues: Cut on the beat when shifting between different historical eras.