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BLIND BIRD
Amidst the cultural stresses of living on a First Nation reserve, a blind Indigenous teenager and her friend naively seek to restore her vision by recreating a legend of their ancestors, but the costs may be higher than they are prepared for.Short Film / 18 pages / English, Cree
ACCOLADES:
Finalist - Hollyshort Film Festival / Finalist - The Golden Script Competition / Quarterfinalist - Atlanta Film Festival / Quarterfinalist - Blue Cat Screenplay Competition / Quarterfinalist - Outstanding Screenplay Competition
REVIEWS
Blue Cat Screenplay: “Symbolism and descriptions aside, arguably the most notable aspect of Blind Bird is its ability to evoke emotion. Blind Bird is a powerful, poignant tragedy that pulls at the heart-strings. As flawed as Chaska, Cheyenne, and Logan are, their plight isn’t just empathetic—it’s universal. The bond between them feels genuine, and so when Chaska does die, not only is it gut-wrenching for Logan, but also for the audience. This powerful emotion then ricochets and affects all other areas of the screenplay from Cheyenne’s estrangement to society to Chaska’s self-sacrificing behavior to Logan’s blind-eye to racism. Rarely is there a script that’s capable of evoking so much raw emotion in under 20 pages. Truly, excellent work.”
Slamdance: “BLIND BIRD's plot contains visuals that will remain with audiences. A boy puts a noose around his neck and plunges into a lake, dragging his blind friend Cheyenne behind him. They're trying to restore Cheyenne's vision, but as the water gets colder and the teenagers sink deeper, it's clear that their goal cannot be successful without a proper, tragic sacrifice... This short shines a light on Indigenous cultures and characters, but the writer also makes a point to show how these underrepresented characters are seen in everyday life.”
The Golden Script: “Blind Bird has a striking genuineness in both the style of writing and the subject. The theme draws inspiration from vibrant folklore tales, making the plot distinctive and unforgettable. Moreover, the author’s way of writing is for respect – a script could say so much in terms of the availability, but the filmmakers should manage to transcend this spirit and vivid tone to the screen (there’s a promise that they would). There’s a lot of film theory and language involved, which enhances the script’s originality.”
LA COULEUR DE L’OMBRE
In the boreal region of Quebec, Agent Palmer is forced to investigate the mysterious death of an Indigenous man with ties to the Mohawk Warriors.Feature Film / 120 pages / English
ACCOLADE:
Quarterfinalist - Austin Film Festival
REVIEW
Austin Film Festival: “La Couleur de L'Ombre is a fascinating, riveting screenplay that opens with intriguing characters in an unforgettable, gritty world and never lets up. The script has excellent world-building that sets the scene for this kind of storytelling: all hard-living people within an unforgiving world. The protagonist, Palmer, is a gift of a character - a haunted figure barely keeping it together but invested in a mystery. Some of the supporting characters weren't as well-fleshed out, but the writer can easily give them more depth with another edit. This story is a rare action drama with stealth social commentary and verisimilitude - the kind of story that walks in the space between a slow-burn character study and a fast-paced action thriller. Great work!”
IN DEVELOPMENT
WOODEN SNOW - Feature Film / English
After the passing of their father, Logan, Chris’s estranged younger brother, returns to the modest house where they grew up. A backstory gradually materializes: Neither brother could stand their dad but Logan chose to head west with their mother, where she died a painful death from cancer, while Chris opted to stay in the same town to be near his sweetheart, whom he eventually married. Born under a bad sign, Logan needs a place to stay and a job. His brother offers him to work with him at his pruning company until he gets settled and fit for something else. They’ll eventually confront each other about their past and what led to their separation in the hopes of reclaiming their brotherhood back.
HUNTSMEN - Feature Film / English
In a period of time when World political ideologies differed, a faction of Americans convened to take their mind off things. Set in a Fishing and Hunting Conservation Lodge, all men find themselves stuck inside when a snowstorm pervades their environment. As if boredom would take over, they decide to make the best out of it by feasting. When night sets in, it all becomes a drunken jig until — a stranger pounds at the front door — a priest — who can barely stand after braving the blizzard outside. The Huntsmen, now with a well-praised guest, must act in a civil manner and not be judged by the servant of God. A behavioral shift has happened inside the lodge: religious beliefs differ and cabin fever crawls in. What was intended to be a remorseless retreat has now led to animosity between comrades and hellish events occurring. With suspicion and paranoia mounting, Huntsmen accuse one another of witchcraft, charges each adamantly denies. As circumstances become more treacherous, their faith, loyalty, and friendship are tested in shocking and unforgettable ways.