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Urban Decay: The Johnny “Guitar” Slinger Story

LOGLINE:A famed punk rocker from the 1970s mysteriously vanishes from the music scene, leaving an indelible mark with his one-minute songs, sparking a journey to uncover his legacy. SYNOPSIS:In this mockumentary, the enigmatic story of JOHNNY “GUITAR” SLINGER, the legendary … Continue reading

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The Meeting: a neo-noir crime thriller short script

LOGLINE: A tense negotiation between two rival mafia bosses takes place in a seedy motel room. SYNOPSIS: In this tense, noir-inspired story, VINCENT and SALVATORE, rival mafia bosses, convene in a seedy motel room to negotiate the division of their … Continue reading

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A Brief History of Halloween in Film

Halloween movies have become a beloved tradition for many, capturing the spooky and playful spirit of the holiday. Here’s a brief history of Halloween movies: Halloween movies have evolved and diversified over the years, catering to a wide range of … Continue reading

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One Night In Reno – Dark Comedy Short Script

LOGLINE:A bride-to-be and her three bridesmaids embark on a wild bachelorette weekend in Reno. When a stripper’s accidental death leads to a desert cover-up, hilarity and chaos ensue. SYNOPSIS:“ONE NIGHT IN RENO” is a dark comedy that dives headfirst into … Continue reading

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The Writers Guild Strike: Embracing AI in the Writing Process

In the world of entertainment, the recent Writers Guild strike has brought attention to the evolving landscape of the writing industry. As writers, we have a unique opportunity to leverage the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance our creative … Continue reading

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Blackout

LOGLINE: Alone in a darkened room during a storm, a woman must confront a sinister presence that whispers her name from the shadows, pushing the boundaries of her sanity and forcing her to fight for her survival. SYNOPSIS: “BLACKOUT” is … Continue reading

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The Scarecrow’s Curse

LOGELINE: A skeptical paranormal investigator and his determined assistant girlfriend become trapped in an abandoned farmhouse with a haunted scarecrow. To survive, they must confront the curse and perform a dangerous ritual. SYNOPSIS: “THE SCARECROW’S CURSE” is a supernatural horror … Continue reading

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Bloodlust Boulevard

LOGLINE: A vengeful drifter battles a sadistic cult and their charismatic leader on the notorious Bloodlust Boulevard, leaving a trail of blood-soaked bodies in his wake in this grindhouse-inspired rampage of violence and revenge. SYNOPSIS: In a seedy motel room, … Continue reading

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“Last Date” – Table Read

My short script “Last Date” has been chosen the December 2022 winner of the Sunvale Table Read screenplay contest. This is the email I received: Thank you for your submission to the monthly Table Read Screenplay contest. Our December 2022 … Continue reading

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A Q&A with Armand Arekian, Screenwriter for From New York to Nashville | Best Short Screenplay

A Q&A with Armand Arekian Tell us your script name, the category you won for, and where the idea for your script came from? From New York To Nashville, Best Short Screenplay The idea of this particular script came from … Continue reading

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