A therapist framed as a bomber must outwit a manipulative captor—while Chicago burns and his own life fractures—in a race against time and hidden agendas.
Type:
Feature
Status:
For sale
Page Count:
105pp
Genre:
Crime, Thriller
Budget:
Blockbuster
Age Rating:
17+
Synopsis/Details
Dr. Nick Termin, a brilliant but sleep-deprived Chicago psychologist, becomes the city's most wanted man when a string of coordinated bombings are linked to his phone. As authorities close in, a mysterious British hostage-taker named Mark Elmire forces Nick into a deadly game—talk about his bitter past or watch innocent people die. Trapped in his own office with every exit rigged to blow, Nick races against the clock to outmaneuver his captor while Chicago burns around him. But as the body count rises and the FBI prepares to storm the building, Nick makes a horrifying discovery: if Mark doesn't kill him, the police might. With his estranged sister, Amber, risking her life to reach him and a sniper's crosshairs on his back, Nick must unravel Mark’s psychological game before the final device levels the city. But in this high-stakes game of cat and mouse, the greatest threat may not be the bombs... but what they reveal about the man holding the trigger.
All Accolades & Coverage

Quarterfinalist, The Script Lab - TSL Free Screenplay Contest 2024
Quarterfinalist, Emerging Screenwriters Screenplay Competition 2024

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The Writer: Michael Lockwood

My name is Michael/Mie, and I’m a dedicated screenwriter with over 30 completed scripts spanning action, thriller, young adult, horror, and more. My work has been recognized as a semi-finalist and quarter-finalist in seven competitions—but I’m just getting started. I’m actively seeking opportunities to bring fresh stories to life, whether through collaboration or by carving my own path. Equipped with Final Draft and a willingness to travel, I’m ready to dive into new creative challenges. As I like to say: "Live to inspire, not expire." Let’s connect and create something unforgettable. Go to bio
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