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"BENNINGTON,
1777" fact-based historic action/drama
(WGA 1989)
In the early years of the American colonies, rumblings of revolution are keenly
felt as tensions mount with British King George. Major John Stark declares
that the king will have a fight on his hands if he ever tries to take the
colonies. Two years later, at the king's behest, Hessians descend through
Vermont into upstate New York, prompting Stark to volunteer from military
retirement and lead the New England militia in defense. Stark's famous
letter to his wife Molly to "Make the alarm, send more troops" instigates
an amazing tale of patriotism and heroics as Molly Stark rouses a mix of
Manchester residents and servants and sets out on a two-and-a-half week,
155-mile trek westward to the battlegrounds during the summer of 1777.
The ensuing Battle of Bennington is a decisive turning point for what becomes
the Revolutionary War.
Meticulously
researched over 11 years, this character-driven fact-based script includes
such historic figures as John and Mary Stark, John Burgoyne, Seth Warner,
and Frances Baum. It was originally titled "Deep Red Star" to honor Molly
Stark.
Scripted
by Chloe Grilli.
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"COLOR BLIND" Depression-Era drama
After the tragic loss of his family in 1930's Oklahoma, a black farmer gives up on life and his dreams until a white baby is abandoned on his doorstep one cold November night, and he raises him through the trials of life to manhood over 22 years.
Scripted
by Sammy Weygand, based on his novel of the same name. Click PRO DIRECTORY for contact data.
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"I
GRANDE: I LOVE YOU" historic drama (WGA 1988)
Aged
Hungarian Holocaust survivor Zoltan Bela tells the story of his life to
his restaurant customers. He starts the tale with his Nazi camp rescue
at age 19, continuing with his return to Budapest and marriage; his loss
of family to the PLO (Palestinian Liberation Organization) while on holiday;
his journey to New York city where he meets his future second wife; his
despair and ongoing nightmares; his struggles to become American; his third
wife.
Sweeping
historic drama written in flashback style, this story was originally produced
as a 3-act stage performance by the Worcester Arts Group (Massachusetts)
in 1988, while its flashback story and geographic range make it a good candidate for screen.
Written
by Chloe Grilli.
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"WISHMAN" Modern day action/drama
Tired of the computer life a millionaire businessman sells out and seeks out a restful life in a small town only to become a benefactor to some and a force of justice to drug dealers, wife beaters and corrupt cops.
Scripted
by Sammy Weygand. Click PRO DIRECTORY for contact data.
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