
Synopsis/Details
In the heart of Los Angeles, Esme Keller is a talented yet struggling screenwriter whose dreams of cinematic glory have been mercilessly crushed by endless rejections and self-doubt. As she teeters on the edge of despair, her once-vibrant imagination becomes the battleground for an otherworldly tale of vengeance and redemption.
The story kicks off when Esme, drowning in desperation, is assigned by studio executive Atkins Sawyer to write a production-ready screenplay in thirty days. The pressure is insurmountable, and Esme turns to prescription medication to cope. As the lines between reality and fiction blur, Esme unwittingly gives birth to Emet, a powerful and enigmatic being.
At first, Emet seems like the answer to Esme's screenplay troubles. He embodies justice, a weapon of brute strength who rights the wrongs committed by the unjust. With each act of vengeance, Emet grows larger, more powerful. However, the boundaries between fiction and reality begin to crumble as Esme comes to believe Emet is not just a character but a living force, taking vengeance on people in her life.
Esme watches in horror as Emet's actions escalate, leaving a trail of destruction in his wake. He targets those who have wronged her, from the shady pool repairman to the unscrupulous electrician, the pill-pushing physician’s assistant, her gaslighting ex-husband Marty, and even the studio executive, Atkins. As the chaos escalates, Esme's grip on reality weakens.
Desperation turns into a race against time for Esme. She must confront her own inner demons and the blurred boundary between her imagination and the real world. In a heart-pounding climax, she discovers the shocking truth: Emet is not a separate being but a manifestation of her own repressed emotions and unresolved trauma. He represents the darkness that has plagued her for years, a personification of her self-destructive tendencies.
Now, Esme must face the embodiment of her despair, Emet, in a final showdown. It's a battle not only for her sanity but for her very existence. The struggle between creator and creation, between despair and hope, reaches its crescendo as Esme fights to regain control of her fractured mind.
"Truth" is a gripping exploration of the human psyche, the power of creativity, and the fine line between vengeance and redemption. It delves deep into the mind of a struggling artist, revealing the dangers of unchecked imagination and the need to confront one's own inner demons. As Esme's story unfolds, audiences will be captivated by the thrilling journey through a world where reality and fiction collide, leaving them questioning the boundaries of their own creativity and the price one pays for escaping into the realm of imagination. This heart-pounding psychological thriller will keep audiences on the edge of their seats from start to finish.
Story & Logistics
Story Situation:
Madness
Story Conclusion:
Surprise Twist
Linear Structure:
Linear