A kidnapped man must survive a twisted interrogation and prove his identity to a masked captor who's got the wrong guy and a thirst for Amontillado.
Type:
Short
Status:
For sale
Page Count:
7pp
Genre:
Comedy, Horror
Budget:
Independent
Age Rating:
13+
Synopsis/Details
Title: Amontillado: A Mistake Case of Identity (for sale) Genre: Thriller, Horror, Comedy, Sketch Similar projects: Saw*(2004): For the captive scenario and threat of bodily harm. 8MM (1999): For the dark, claustrophobic atmosphere. Early Quentin Tarantino films (e.g., Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction): For the blend of dark humor and violence, and the contained setting. Sketch comedy shows (e.g., Key & Peele, Inside Amy Schumer): For the comedic elements and the potential for self-contained scenarios. Budget: Micro-budget (single location, limited cast) Synopsis: Anthony wakes up tied up in a dimly lit room and discovers he is being held hostage by Edgar, a masked captor, over a $19,000 debt he doesn't owe. Despite Anthony's protests that Edgar has the wrong person, the interrogation begins. The tension builds as Anthony faces the consequences of his incorrect answers and Edgar's increasingly menacing demeanor. Market: Appeals to fans of dark humor, suspenseful thrillers, and horror with comedic twists, primarily on streaming platforms. Primary Audience: Age 20-40; enjoys genre-bending content and binge-watching. Secondary Audience: Age 18-24; drawn to horror, comedy, and shorter formats. Thanks for reading. Can revise scripts for interested parties.

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The Writer: Khari Telesford

KHARI X – SCREENWRITER | STORYTELLER | CREATIVE FORCE I’m Khari X (Khari R. Telesford)—a NYC-born and bred screenwriter, storyteller, and playwright with a relentless passion for bold, visceral narratives that leave a mark. My work thrives in the worlds of psychological dramas, crime, neo-noir, dark comedy, thrillers, fantasy adventure and procedurals —where high stakes meet raw human emotion. My storytelling journey began in childhood, sparked by Little Shop of Horrors and fueled by early performances in grade school musicals. Over the years, I’ve refined my craft, studying Meisner technique at the Ted Bardy Acting Studio (2021–2024) under Glenn Vincent and Ted Bardy, and further training… Go to bio
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