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Foxhole D (Denude)In a haunting, immersive one-act play, soldiers swap identities through time, facing the relentless cycle of war across eras, from Afghanistan to 1812 as a ghost confronts shared pasts and reincarnated fates. Awaard: Cinematography and Photography Awards London - Winter 2025 Best Short Script (11-30 pages) - I listed it on ISA networkisa.org Synopsis: Set against the backdrop of war's relentless brutality, Foxhole "D" (Denude) explores mortality, reincarnation, and the psychological toll of conflict. The one-act play begins in a modern desert war setting—on Veterans Day or Memorial Day—where two female soldiers, Trappist and Menses, are trapped in a foxhole. As they grapple with the surreal horrors of war, their conversation shifts into existential reflections, blurring the line between reality and the afterlife. As the narrative unfolds, the two characters transform into male soldiers, tracing their ancestral lives across past conflicts: Vietnam, WWII, and the War of 1812. Trappist, a seasoned and philosophical figure, tries to connect with the fearful and inexperienced Menses. Their tense dynamic climaxes in a tragic moment when Menses's panic inadvertently leads to Trappist's death. In a surreal twist, Trappist returns as a ghost, unveiling their shared history across lifetimes. The cycle of reincarnation becomes apparent, with Menses repeatedly—and unwittingly—causing Trappist's demise. Through this revelation, the play dives into themes of guilt, destiny, and the cyclical nature of human existence. Themes and Style: The play explores the psychological scars of war, the mysteries of reincarnation, and the fragile boundary between life and death. Its layered structure shifts across time and space, offering a haunting examination of human mortality and our eternal quest for meaning. Multiple endings and orientations provide directors and actors with creative flexibility. Key Elements: Multi-war settings: Modern desert war, Vietnam jungle, WWII battlegrounds, and the War of 1812. Surreal elements: Ghostly encounters and reincarnation cycles. Central characters: Trappist – The seasoned, philosophical soldier who becomes a spectral guide. Menses – The fearful newcomer, embodying humanity's vulnerability and moral conflict. Philosophical undertones: Existential dread, the inevitability of death, and reflections on life's mysteries. Audience Impact: Foxhole "D" (Denude) delivers an emotionally intense, thought-provoking experience. It immerses the audience in the horrors of war, challenges perceptions of reality and time, and leaves a lasting impression on the universal human condition. |
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Denude - a one act playOpening in a surreal changing setting during the Vietnam War, Soldier Menses confronts his insecurities and past traumas as he interacts with the ghost of Trappist, who reveals their tragic history across multiple wars. FIVE awards. "Denude," a one-act play is initially set in a Vietnam-era jungle, and follows soldiers Trappist and Menses, two soldiers trapped in a foxhole. Trappist, seasoned and philosophical, tries to connect with Menses, a fearful newcomer. As tensions rise and danger looms, Menses's panic leads to a tragic escalation, culminating in Trappist's death. Afterward, a surreal sequence unfolds where Trappist appears as a ghost, revealing their intertwined past lives and hinting at a cycle of reincarnation plagued by Menses's unwitting role in Trappist's deaths across different wars. As Menses faces mortality, Trappist guides him towards an ethereal realm, prompting a poignant reflection on life's mysteries and the inevitability of death. The play delves into themes of war's psychological impact, existential introspection, and the blurred lines between reality and the afterlife, offering a haunting exploration of human mortality and the eternal search for meaning. It also offers several options for its ending and orientation. |
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The Teenage Bodyguard - TrueCrime/drama (original ver)Based on a true story, The Teenage Bodyguard follows 17-year-old Gordie Hayes, who protects a waitress witness to a mob murder, becoming entangled in Tacoma's 1970s organized crime and its personal consequences. The Teenage Bodyguard True Crime Drama 17 Screenwriting Awards True story of the remarkable teen who shields a vulnerable waitress in 1974 at Tacoma's first topless restaurant, witness to a brutal mob murder, and faces down the powerful forces determined to silence her. TAGLINE: Sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll meet sex, guns, and mayhem. In 1974 Tacoma, Washington, the city’s first topless club, the Tiki, is a front for the notorious Carbone crime family, known as The Enterprise. Sara, a cocktail waitress at the Tiki, becomes a witness to the brutal mob murder of her friend, Danny McCormick, by the Carbone family’s cold-blooded hitman, Richard “Waco” Caliguri. Realizing she's now a target, Sara seeks protection from an unlikely source: Gordie H., a courageous but inexperienced teenage boy ten years her junior. Armed and determined, Gordie agrees to protect Sara for one week until she can escape town. The two hide out at a local sex and drug commune, only venturing out when absolutely necessary, leading to several tense encounters and narrow escapes. As Sara and Gordie evade the relentless pursuit of Caliguri and the corrupt Pierce County Sheriff's Office (which is in the mafia's pocket), Gordie’s backstory unfolds through flashbacks, revealing his harrowing experiences and skills honed through the Civil Air Patrol and daring exploits. In a final, desperate move to elude their pursuers, Gordie switches cars with his friend Rick, an Army man on leave who’s staying at Gordie’s apartment. Eventually, Gordie manages to get Sara safely on a plane, but tragedy strikes when she is captured by the New York mafia upon arrival in Manhattan. As federal authorities close in, the Carbone family’s reign of terror ends, with many members imprisoned or dead. However, Caliguri survives and walks out of prison years later as an old man. Gordie, now scarred but wiser, moves on to his next bodyguard job, at 18, in Manhattan, carrying the weight of a week that forever changed his life. And never knowing she had arrived there before him. The Teenage Bodyguard is a gripping true crime tale of survival, courage, and the dark underworld of 1970s organized crime, based on the real-life story of the protagonist. Producer: Robert Mitas attached. For more details, visit: https://www.scriptrevolution.com/scripts/the-teenage-bodyguard Lookbook available upon request. Bab Al Bahrain International Film Festival Official Selection & Best Feature Script Screenplay March 2024, Manama, Bahrain Brandenburg International Film Festival Outstanding Achievement Award Jul/Aug 2023, Germany David Film Festival Best Screenplay 2023, Istanbul, Turkey Gold Star Movie Awards Honorable Mention Thriller Script Aug 2023, India Great Oman Independent Film Festival Best Feature Script/Screenplay 2024, Oman Hollywood Gold Awards Gold Award - Feature Script January 2024, USA International Film & Script Festival-Lotus Best Crime Screenplay 2023, Greece Medusa Film Festival Best Feature Screenwriting 2023, USA New Cinema Festival Best Original Screenplay 2024, Unknown New York Movie Awards Best Feature Script June 2024, USA New York Screenwriting Awards Best Feature Screenplay - Honorable Mention Summer 2023, USA Tibriz Cinema Awards Best Screenplay 2023, Iran US Motion Picture Alliance Best Unproduced Drama Screenplay 2023, USA |
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Colorado LobstersA son seeks justice for his father's murder by a nuclear plant manager, confronting dangers of radiation and the haunting legacy of loss amid corporate negligence. Synopsis Aaron Lucas, a brilliant yet troubled MIT graduate, seeks vengeance against Sulley Tate, the corrupt manager of the nuclear power plant where his father heroically died. Just before graduation, Aaron builds a model nuclear weapon as a project, showcasing his exceptional talent. Hired at his father's old position by Tate as a favor, Aaron soon uncovers Tate's embezzlement, which has left the plant in disrepair. Determined to bring justice for his father's death, Aaron manipulates Tate's daughter, Marva, and frames Tate for stealing plutonium by planting his model nuclear weapon in Tate's trunk. As the pressure mounts, Aaron abuses pharmaceuticals, causing hallucinations of his deceased father, blurring the lines between reality and vengeance. Tate retaliates by framing Aaron, but Aaron outsmarts him by feigning ignorance and playing the role of a clueless pawn. The situation escalates as the bomb detonates, killing Tate and most others. Aaron and Marva survive, but she soon discovers Aaron's plot, leading to a tragic confrontation where she shoots Aaron and then herself. Surviving the ordeal, Aaron is left unscathed in the eyes of the government. The film concludes with Aaron taking a job at another rundown plant, hinting at a potential repeat of his dark quest for justice. This darkly humorous tale merges science fiction elements with a descent into madness, exploring themes of revenge, corruption, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. |
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Sealed in Lies (adaptation)Adaptation by request of author Kelly Abell's Spy Romance novel, once optioned: A rogue CIA agent, Jack Weaver, must protect Caroline from her abusive husband, a senator with dangerous ambitions, while navigating military conspiracies and encryption threats that could unravel their lives. Jack Weaver's life has been a series of deceptions, from his days as a Navy SEAL to his current role as an undercover CIA operative embedded within Colombia's largest drug cartel. As Chief Security Officer to a dangerous cartel leader, Jack uncovers a plot to assassinate the President-Elect on Inauguration Day. His world spirals into chaos when his ex-SEAL commander, now a CIA Deputy Director, appears and compromises his cover, forcing Jack to kill him in self-defense. With his cover blown and a relentless conspiracy led by a shadowy figure known only as the Emperor tightening around him, Jack is thrust into a desperate fight for survival. He must navigate a web of lies and danger, all while trying to prevent a catastrophic attack on the nation's highest office. As the clock ticks down, Jack becomes the only person who can stop the assassination, but to succeed, he must confront the deepest truths about his own identity and the sinister forces pulling the strings. |
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Dark of kNight (adaptation)In Dark of kNight, Julie Knight uncovers her family’s hidden ties to Lycans after her father’s death, battling werewolf-linked animal attacks while embracing her lineage and her growing bond with Daniel. "Dark of kNight" is a screenplay by JZ Murdock, adapted from TL Mitchell's paranormal romance novel. It follows Julie Knight, a young woman dealing with her father's death, who discovers a hidden world of Lycans (shape-shifting wolves) and Werewolves. As she navigates her new reality, she learns about her father's true identity and the circumstances of his death, which involve a conspiracy linked to a secret project on Werewolf venom. With the help of her childhood friend Casey and her brother Daniel, Julie confronts the dangers of this supernatural world, including a pack of Werewolves that kidnaps Casey. The story explores themes of love, loss, and identity, culminating in a battle against dark forces and a hopeful future for Julie and Daniel as they embrace their heritage and relationship. |
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Gray and Lover The Hearth Tales IncidentPeaple Fear Demons, Demons Fear Gray and Lover. "Gray and Lover: The Hearth Tales Incident" is a supernatural horror story that blends dark humor and human drama. It begins with a mysterious event during the 2011 raid on an "Osama Bin Laden"-like leader's compound, linked to a powerful mystical book. The narrative follows Bryce O'Shaunessy, a troubled writer whose life spirals into chaos after his manipulative wife, Kas, summons a demon using the book. Professional demon hunters Gray and Lover are brought in to protect Bryce and confront the unleashed chaos. The story explores themes of power, control, and the consequences of meddling with dark forces, culminating in a resolution that hints at ongoing threats. "Gray and Lover: The Hearth Tales Incident" lays the foundation for a franchise exploring the depths of supernatural warfare, mystical intrigue, and the ongoing battle against demonic forces tied to the ancient, cursed book. Awards: Andromeda Film Festival 2023 Best Screenplay (& official Selection) Asimov Gold Award 2024 L.A. Sci-Fi & Horror Festival Great Oman Independent Film Festival 2024 Best Feature Script/Screenplay Best Fantasy Screenplay 2024 Puente Cinematografico International Film Festival |
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AhrimanA scientist exploring alien simulations encounters a powerful entity whose existence challenges reality itself, triggering military interest and ethical conflicts as humanity faces the threat of invasion—raising profound questions about unity, ambition, and the essence of life. |
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Popsicle Death (short)A family grapples with Alzheimer's devastating grip, unraveling through shared struggles, poignant moments, and tragedy, as Sarah's oblivion mirrors the emotional sinkhole consuming her daughter Terri and their fragile bonds. |
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SarahA family grapples with Alzheimer's devastating grip, unraveling through shared struggles, poignant moments, and tragedy, as Sarah's oblivion mirrors the emotional sinkhole consuming her daughter Terri and their fragile bonds. |
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