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SimplyScripts Screenwriting Discussion Board  /  May, 2020 Challenge  /  Scripts of the May OWC
Posted by: Don, May 16th, 2020, 11:07am
There were 22 scripts submitted by 20 authors.  I will shortly be posting the names of the authors who are participating since many writers have already announced that they have submitted scripts.  Do Not Guess who wrote what until May 23rd!


Sci Fi


I Scream, You Scream... by Holden Afart - Short, Drama, Sci Fi - A man encounters turns of fate during an excursion into a virus-ravaged world. 6 pages

Horror

Covert-19 by Detective Bluto Mindpretzel - Short, Horror, Drama - A powerful man attempts to save his organization from a killer virus.

Virus-99 by Magic Marker Eyes - Short, Horror - The quarantine for a deadly virus is over, but the trouble has just started for a man keeping his bizarre family on permanent lockdown.  6 pages

Drama

Petition by Covid Himself - Short, Drama - A woman tries to help her neighbor with groceries during Covid times. 5 pages

OK Boomer by Carmel - Short, Drama - Amid lockdown, an unlikely couple are forced to endure each other’s company. 6 pages

I'll Be Seeing You by Jimmy Durante - Short, Drama - A man vows to bring his wife home from a nursing home in the midst of a deadly pandemic. 5 pages

57 percent Up by The Mad Clapper - Short, Drama - Stuck at home because of Covid-19, a Blitz surviving pensioner makes the most of his nursing visits. 6 pages

Infectious Personality Disorder by Beth's free hand - Short, Drama - A global pandemic provides the perfect time for the perfect crime. 6 pages

We'll Make It Through by TheCasualScreenwriter - Short, Drama - A husband and wife deal with the effects of the pandemic as they go through a day at home. 4 pages

A Typical Date by Anonymous - Short, Drama - In a post-pandemic world where human touch is prohibited, two people attempt to pursue a romantic connection.

Our Own Good by A Man in Black - Short, Drama - A woman has second thoughts about the CORVID-19 vaccine. Some thoughts should be kept to yourself.

Lockdown by Pedro - Short, Drama - During a pandemic lockdown, a newly wed couple are tested to the brink of insanity. 4 pages


Crime

Holly's Folly by John Dillinger - Short, Drama, Crime - A professional party planner's plan to turn a negative into a positive backfires. 4 pages

The Essentials by Masked Taxi Driver - Short, Drama, Crime - Currently out of work due to the city-wide lockdown, Cameron, struggling to support his family, decides to knock off a local corner grocery. 6 pages

Justice by ThE StOryTelleR - Short, Drama, Crime - Two LAPD Officers caught during a virus epidemic in a vital decision between law and ethics. 6 pages

Family

We Are Still Here by Agnes of Beans - Short, Family - A grandmother suffering from Alzheimer's stays connected to her family during lockdown thanks to technology and a bit of ingenuity. 5 pages


Dramedy

Short Fuse by Pandemically Motivated - Short, Dramedy - A young man believing himself to be on the brink of greatness has his dreams crushed when Covid-19 strikes. 6 pages

Comedy
The Five Stages of Grief by Jane, dystroyer of dreams - Short, Comedy - A suburban family goes through the five stages of grief during the pandemic.

Potato Radio by Mr. Potato Head - Short, Comedy, Light Comedy - Isolated and bored, a man fashions a homemade transmitter that leads to an unexpected connection. 6 pages

This Is How They'll Find Me by It'sreallyonlytwosmalljokes - Short, Comedy - A lone bright spot amidst another boring day. 2 pages
Posted by: Reef Dreamer, May 16th, 2020, 4:01pm; Reply: 1
Thanks Don

I wasn’t sure I could enter, but thanks for the chance.

I’ll get one or two reads tonight - getting a bit late and the red wine is talking - but will pick this up tomorrow

Nice to be a part of a OWC once again
Posted by: LC, May 16th, 2020, 5:40pm; Reply: 2
Yay, Don! I wake up and there they are.

A good Goldilocks amount too, not too few, not too many.

And you personally read them all?

Btw, good to know those cats have eased up on you.  :D

Posted by: Don, May 22nd, 2020, 3:29pm; Reply: 3
I am still tallying the votes.  I will release who wrote what tomorrow.  

We have some firsts and seconds:.

First time all writers votes.
First time no writer voted for his/her own script.
Second time a script - has received interest from someone interested in producing the script - The Essentials,  I've notified the writer via email.


- Don
Posted by: JEStaats, May 22nd, 2020, 3:42pm; Reply: 4
Damn impressive! Congratulations to the writer of The Essentials and a hearty pat on the back for writers following directions!

Did you notice that Jeff didn't enter and no one voted for their own script? Coincidence? I think NOT!
Posted by: Dreamscale (Guest), May 22nd, 2020, 4:16pm; Reply: 5

Quoted from JEStaats
Did you notice that Jeff didn't enter and no one voted for their own script? Coincidence? I think NOT!


Word to the mutha.   ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Posted by: Reef Dreamer, May 22nd, 2020, 4:31pm; Reply: 6

Quoted from Don
I am still tallying the votes.  I will release who wrote what tomorrow.  

We have some firsts and seconds:.

First time all writers votes.
First time no writer voted for his/her own script.
Second time a script - has received interest from someone interested in producing the script - The Essentials,  I've notified the writer via email.


- Don


That’s All cool, thanks Don.

Well done The Essentials

Personally, I think film makers looking for scripts should review these - some good opportunities in there


Posted by: PKCardinal, May 22nd, 2020, 4:36pm; Reply: 7

Quoted from Don
I am still tallying the votes.  I will release who wrote what tomorrow.  

We have some firsts and seconds:.

First time all writers votes.
First time no writer voted for his/her own script.
Second time a script - has received interest from someone interested in producing the script - The Essentials,  I've notified the writer via email.


- Don


That is awesome.


Posted by: eldave1, May 22nd, 2020, 5:05pm; Reply: 8

Quoted from Don
I am still tallying the votes.  I will release who wrote what tomorrow.  

We have some firsts and seconds:.

First time all writers votes.
First time no writer voted for his/her own script.
Second time a script - has received interest from someone interested in producing the script - The Essentials,  I've notified the writer via email.


- Don


How cool is that??

Thanks, Don.
Posted by: Grandma Bear, May 23rd, 2020, 6:10am; Reply: 9
I liked this OWC. It reminded me of the old days. Fewer scripts meant more manageable to read and comment on, but also as a mod to keep track of everything. It was not so hectic and surprisingly civilized which IMO, made it more fun. The quality was also up there for a OWC.  8)
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