Driven by a toxic obsession and spiraling into drug-fueled madness, Ja’mere kidnaps his ex-lover, Mimi forcing a final, horrifying confrontation that culminates in a shocking, shared demise, exposing love's darkest perversions.
Type:
Short
Status:
For sale
Page Count:
6pp
Genre:
Horror, Thriller
Budget:
Independent
Age Rating:
17+
Synopsis/Details
"A Beautiful Suicide" plunges into the dark depths of Ja'mere's fractured psyche. Abandoned by Mimi, the woman he claims to love, Ja'mere descends into a self-destructive abyss fueled by drugs, alcohol, and a chilling internal monologue. He grapples with his perceived betrayal, his own violent tendencies, and a distorted sense of loyalty. His escalating madness culminates in the abduction of Mimi, whom he holds captive in a grimy basement. The narrative unfolds as a tense, psychological cat-and-mouse game, with Ja'mere attempting to force Mimi into a twisted reconciliation. Mimi, despite her terror, exhibits fierce defiance, refusing to yield to his demands. The story builds to a shocking climax where Ja'mere, unable to reconcile his warped love with Mimi's rejection, orchestrates a horrific, shared suicide, blurring the lines between victim and perpetrator in a final, explosive act. Ja'mere is introduced in a squalid basement, self-mutilating and consumed by rage and substance abuse. He speaks to an unseen entity (presumably the gun, or his own fractured mind), revealing his obsession with Mimi and his anger over their breakup. The audience quickly understands his volatile and dangerous state. Ja'mere's descent into madness intensifies. He recounts past abuses towards Mimi, justifying his actions and revealing his twisted perception of their relationship. He kidnaps Mimi, tying her to a chair in the basement. A tense confrontation ensues, with Ja'mere attempting to force an explanation and reconciliation from a terrified yet defiant Mimi. His actions become increasingly erratic and violent, including shooting himself in the leg and plunging a screwdriver into his ear, demonstrating his complete break from reality. Ja'mere cuts the tape from Mimi's mouth, expecting an apology or explanation. Instead, Mimi spits on him and defiantly curses him. In a chilling final act, Ja'mere forces a kiss, and as he does, he raises a sawed-off shotgun, placing it under both their chins. He pulls the trigger, resulting in a joint, explosive suicide, leaving behind only a photo of them with the ironic caption: "Our love will remain the same forever."

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The Writer: Bernard Mersier

Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. Some of my work that's been produced include two stage plays. "The same woman in me." "Family abuse" which is also part of an anthology I've written titled "Mirrors with no images." The feature film I have in production is titled "The heartbreaker.” Go to bio
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