32, a survivalist drama
set two and a half years after a deadly virus swept over mankind, is a short
film being developed for festival distribution. The film aims to explore topics
such as emergency response during and after a pandemic; suicide; and human perseverance.
It addresses these topics in a world where the threat of further infection is a
day-to-day occurrence, and in most cases the threat itself is more terrifying
than the actual virus.
Those interested should email Craig at the email below
Scientist – 40-60:
Nonspecific. Well spoken, with strong voice. The scientist drives the
story ahead. Must be convincing when speaking about medical topics; he must
also look credible enough to develop a vaccine without the use of technology.
The Scientist has spent the majority of the past two years working on
preventative measures against this virus mankind has ever known; chasing one
theory in particular, he looks for this trait in every test subject he
encounters. The scientist is the most important character in the story.
Jay Holland – 30-35
Blonde hair, blue eyes. Jay is married to Wife and is the older brother
of Jennifer Holland. A devoted husband, there is nothing Jay would not do for
his wife. His relationship with Jennifer, while close, is strained at times due
to Jennifer’s history of acting without considering the consequences. He does
not have children. Jennifer is his only sibling.
Jennifer Holland -25-30
Blonde hair, blue eyes. Jennifer is the younger sister of Jay. Jennifer
is a strong person who has always done what she wanted and this has often been
at the expense of her relationship with her brother. She has recently battled
through utter chaos to reunite with her remaining family and may also be
infected with the virus that is plaguing humanity. She knows that she needs to
be tested for infection, along with her sister in-law, Wife who was infected
after Jen.
Wife, 25-35
Nonspecific. Wife is the sister in-law to Jennifer Holland and spouse
of Jay Holland. She has been completely devoted to Jay for their entire
relationship and considers Jennifer more than a sister in-law. In Jennifer she
has always seen what she wants to be, but never had the courage to try. She has
recently been infected with this virus, but after Jennifer and it is clearly
taking its toll on her body. She has discussed final preparations with her
husband should one of them be infected, and plans to hold him to his promise.
Liam, 25-30
Nonspecific. Liam was considered a nerd in life before the plague. He
spent his days reading survival books for things that did not exist, along as
those that did; he played survival horror video games; and watched sports
religiously. His activities before the outbreak honed his problem solving
skills, hand-eye coordination, and survival skills; his love of sport taught
him how to operate in a team environment. He approaches all situations
cautiously, and only fully trusts his best and only friend, Josh. The two spend
their days roaming the land, looking for food and supplies to increase their
chances of survival. They spend their nights sleeping in shifts in order to
minimize the risk of being caught off guard
Josh, 25-30
CAST. Josh holds a past similar to Liam. The two met at work and
instantly connected with their love for horror films and video games. Josh is
not quite as cautious as Liam, but has a healthy respect for the constant,
unrelenting threat that has become their life. They spend their days as
brothers-in-arms, scouring the land for food and supplies in order to make it
through another day. They spend their nights sleeping in shifts in order to
minimize the risk of being caught off guard
Please contact Craig at craigfhopkins@gmail.com
