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Revisions done. For now. #Scriptsky

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Doing what I call the "Sickos" pass on this script-- asking myself, how can I make Act 3 even MORE uncomfortable? Got to live up to my squirm horror reputation 😘 #Scriptsky

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Been having a blast blowing up this already brutal script 😈 #Scriptsky

He desperately grips the edge of the tub as Cat smashes the bottle into his hand with a CRUNCH.

He howls in pain, holding his hand in front of his face with the index and middle fingers splayed at odd angles.

KEVIN

YOU BITCH! I'M GOING TO KILL YOU!

But when he looks up, Cat and her champagne bottle are gone.

With slow, painful effort, he pulls himself out of the tub.

Blood leaks down his face and the front of his naked body as he staggers toward the open door.

INT. BEDROOM - NIGHT

Kevin fills the doorway into the bedroom, blood and water dripping onto the carpet.

The bedroom is dark, nothing more than black shapes and shadows with a thin sliver of light from the window.

KEVIN

Come out, NOW!

He steps forward, adjusting his tone to sound less angry.

KEVIN

Catherine, sweetie... I'm not mad at you. It's... your medicine that's making you act this way. You're scared and confused...

SNAP!

Kevin turns on the light.

But the room appears empty.

He stalks toward the bed where his and Cat's suitcases rest on the floor. He crouches down, leans closer to look at the shadow below the dust ruffle.

KEVIN

Why don't you come out so I can make you feel better again? You have to listen to me... I'm your husband--

AAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!

Me FINALLY cracking the emotional nut on this scene I've been stuck on. First Act coming together now. #Scriptsky

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After a great notes session last week, this morning I'm working on my slightly morbid rom com feature. This one feels like it's really close to being ready to query. #Scriptsky

Headless Over Heels by Leah Simmons

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"It's Easy to Lose Your Head In Love."

Thrilled that my queer western, PEARL SNAPS, is a finalist at this year's Omaha Film Festival and will be featured in their Writers Theatre 🥲 #Scriptsky #Filmsky

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#FirstPageFriday for a script the delivers as many gut punches as it does satisfaction. #Scriptsky

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INT. OFFICE - NIGHT

A cramped cubicle farm. Nothing but the sound of buzzing computers until--

CRASH!

A broom clatters to the floor.

OLIVIA (O.C.)

Shit!

OLIVIA GERING (30s) crouches under a desk, covers her mouth. Dressed in all black with a backpack tucked between her legs, its obvious television is the only primer she's had for this kind of stunt. But she's too committed to quit now.

She pushes back her sleeve, checks the time.

The glowing EXIT sign is the only light until--

CLICK!

The door opens, and a flashlight beam slices across the room.

Cubicles. Monitors. A lone beach babe calendar.

The SECURITY GUARD holding the flashlight chuckles.

He lowers the light, just misses Olivia in her hiding spot.

She curls up, then tries to make herself smaller...

The Security Guard's boots stop in front of Olivia's eyes, the light on the floor in front of her at the fallen broom.

SECURITY GUARD

Stupid.

He picks the broom up and leans it back against the wall. He takes two steps before it falls back to the ground.

He rolls his eyes and pulls a radio from his pocket.

SECURITY GUARD (CONT'D)

Level Four, looks like it was a fucking broom. "Smart cameras" my ass... you want a coffee?

He saunters back into the hallway and disappears. Olivia peeks out from her hiding spot, then makes a run for it.

LAST LAUGH, a feature by Leah Simmons

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What Readers Have to Say-- “That was badass. Didn’t see anything coming and honestly thought her situation was hopeless... You are incredibly talented. The script is tight with some good subtleties sprinkled around for good measure.”

“Awesome, twisted concept. The game of cat and mouse between Olivia and Josh is loaded with tension...Super engaging read.”

“This is a fantastic read! And
very tightly written.You've got a solid, really imaginative,
page-turner here!”

Me writing something free and stupid. #Scriptsky

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One of the greatest compliments a gal could get: "I read it all in one sitting." #Swoon 💕 #Scriptsky

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NOT NOW BREAKTHROUGH ON THIS SCRIPT I'VE BEEN STUCK ON! (I don't know how you morning people do this, writing before work is hell) #Scriptsky

Fantastic notes session tonight. And go me; only teared up once talking about some of the themes because, hoo-ee, this one hits close to home right now. Sometimes you have to hit that nerve to find the real story. #Scriptsky

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Excited to start writing a new project because for me, each script feels like this fun little world I get to crawl inside and explore. #Scriptsky

Doing reading this morning and man, seamless scene transitions truly are an art form. Beyond "enter late and leave early," the opportunity to ensure a logical visual flow for your story cannot be overemphasized. I should feel pulled forward scene to scene, logically and narratively. #Scriptsky

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Doing my best to protect my sanity and creative spark this morning, so snuggled in my coziest sweats, drinking a big tumbler of coffee, and watching the kiddo play TEAR DOWN while I edit my silly were-dolphin rom com feature 🐬✨ #Scriptsky

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