At Attention

On a forest trek, a young man discovers that some of the finer things in life can present themselves unexpectedly.

Type:

Short

Status:

Available for Free

Page Count:

3pp

Genre:

Comedy, Mystery

Budget:

Shoestring

Age Rating:

Everyone

Synopsis/Details

Photo by Ernesto Velázquez on Unsplash

Story & Logistics

Story Type:

Getaway

Story Situation:

Deliverance

Story Conclusion:

Ambiguous

Linear Structure:

Linear

Moral Affections:

Duty, Respect, Reward, Virtue

Cast Size:

Few

Locations:

Single

Characters

Lead Role Ages:

Male Young Adult, Male over 45

Hero Type:

Ordinary

Advanced

Action Elements:

Hand to Hand Combat

Time Period:

Contemporary times

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Submitted: 2018-Feb-22

Last Updated: 2019-Feb-17

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This Script Is Loved By 6 Readers

The Writer: Matthew Portman

Films: FLIGHT - After a tough break-up, a hard-working academic finds comfort away in a budding relationship. GOOD MORNING SUNSHINE - After a crazy night in a hotel suite, a man struggles to find his bearings but quickly discovers the truth about all involved. Accolades: AT ATTENTION - Featured on Shootin' the Shorts as reviewed by Cam Gray. "If you’re a director looking for a Yorgos Lanthimos style short for the festival circuit, you’ll love At Attention . And for anyone seeking guaranteed laughs, this script won’t “miss the mark” or disappoint!" DAIRY FARMER'S DAUGHTER - Slamdance called it " ... very creative – it’s great to see something so entirely original, and the visuals here are… Go to bio

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