Synopsis/Details
In the bustling heart of Los Angeles, Robel's is entangled in a liquor store robbery. As chaos erupts around him, he seizes the mysterious bag he's been carrying and flees, setting off a chain of events that will redefine his life.
As Robel navigates through the urban maze, his encounters grow increasingly perilous, drawing the attention of a relentless police officer and a skeptical news reporter. With each step, the tension mounts, fueled by a series of cryptic text messages hinting at a life-altering deadline.
Amidst the chaos, rumors swirl about Robel, painting him as a desperate criminal on the run. Yet, as his odyssey unfolds, the truth reveals itself in unexpected ways. From eccentric allies to life-threatening obstacles, Robel's journey is a rollercoaster of twists and turns, culminating in a breathtaking revelation at a hospital's doorstep.
In a heart-stopping finale, the truth emerges: Robel wasn't part of the robbery, and isn't embroiled in a drug deal gone awry, but racing against time to witness the birth of his son. As the pieces fall into place, Robel's innocence is revealed, transforming his harrowing ordeal into a tale of redemption and unlikely alliances in the sprawling metropolis of Los Angeles.
Attached Talent
Have spoken with Tommy and Shelby Chong.
All Accolades & Coverage
2018 Black Screenplays Matter - Finalist
Story & Logistics
Story Type:
Social Justice
Story Situation:
All sacrificed for passion
Story Conclusion:
Happy
Linear Structure:
Linear
Moral Affections:
Accusation, Acquittal, Approbation, Bad Man, Condemnation, Contempt, Dereliction of Duty, Detraction, Disapprobation, Disrespect, Duty, Good Man, Illegality, Innocence, Judge, Legality, Respect, Reward, Right, Virtue
Cast Size:
Several
Locations:
Many
Special Effects:
Other practical effects
Characters
Lead Role Ages:
Female Adult, Male Adult, Male Young Adult
Hero Type:
Anti-Hero, Unfortunate
Villian Type:
Authority Figure, Bully, Corrupted
Stock Character Types:
Black knight, Fall guy, Outlaw, Tragic hero
Advanced
Subgenre:
Action Suspense-Thriller, African-American, Black/Dark, Caper, Chase, Conspiracy, Cops & Robbers, Crime & Gangster, Crime Drama, Drama, Escape, In Peril, Love, Outlaw, Quest, Social-Class, Social Problem, Suspense-Thriller, Victim
Subculture:
BDSM, Gangs
Action Elements:
Hand to Hand Combat, Physical Stunts, Weaponry
Equality & Diversity:
Diverse Cast, Income Inequality Focused, Intolerance Focused, Minority Protagonist, Passes Bechdel Test, Race Relations Focused
Life Topics:
Birth, Mid-life Crisis/Middle Age, Parenthood, Pregnancy
Time Period:
Contemporary times
Country:
United States of America (USA)
