On a night of chaos inside a royal palace, a game of chess begins between a king and his minister — but the real battle isn't on the board; it's in the poison, the betrayal
Type:
Short
Status:
Seeking finance
Page Count:
5pp
Genre:
Drama, Thriller
Budget:
Independent
Age Rating:
13+
Copyright Details:
related materials are protected by copyright (© 2025 Iman Torabi). Unauthorized use, reproduction, or adaptation of this work is strictly prohibited.
Synopsis/Details
“The Last Move” is a 7-minute short film with a minimalist, allegorical tone, depicting a cryptic chess match between a king and his minister. As the game unfolds, layers of betrayal, poison, and a silent coup are revealed. In the end, time rewinds and roles reverse — a chilling reminder that the cycle of power never ends. A cinematic tale of deception, revenge, and collapse, told through a symbolic structure of royal authority.

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Submitted: 2025-Jul-01
Last Updated: 2025-Jul-01
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The Writer: iman torabi

Iranian writer and filmmaker passionate about political allegory, minimalist storytelling, and thought-provoking cinema. Focused on creating short scripts that challenge power, perception, and the human condition. Go to bio
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