In Nazi-occupied France, a violinist undertakes a dangerous journey to deliver a dying friend’s letter to his daughter, with only a loyal dog and the hope of redemption guiding him through the chaos of war.
Type:
Feature
Status:
For sale
Page Count:
105pp
Genre:
Drama, History
Budget:
Blockbuster
Age Rating:
13+
Synopsis/Details
In Nazi-occupied France, Jean Lucelle, a once-celebrated violinist, lives a conflicted existence as a translator for the German occupiers. Disillusioned and detached, Jean struggles with the compromises he's made to survive, numbing himself to the horrors surrounding him. His life takes a transformative turn when Emil Gendelav, a fellow musician and Jewish resistance member, entrusts him with a deeply personal mission: deliver a letter to Emil's estranged daughter, Sarah, living under an assumed identity. When Emil is tragically captured and executed by the Nazis, Jean, accompanied by a loyal dog he rescues along the way, sets off on a perilous journey across the war-torn countryside to honor Emil's last wish. Haunted by memories of lost love and guilt for his complicity, Jean faces a harrowing odyssey that forces him to confront his moral ambivalence and rediscover his humanity. As he navigates checkpoints, betrayal, and danger, Jean's violin becomes more than a relic of his past; it is his voice of defiance and a bridge to the people he encounters. Ultimately, his journey is a testament to the power of love, music, and sacrifice in the face of unthinkable evil.
All Accolades & Coverage

CoverFly Top 26%
Quarterfinalist, Los Angeles International Screenplay Awards Spring 2023
Quarterfinalist, Creative Screenwriting Unique Voices Screenplay Competition 2024
Selection, Sacramento International Film Festival, 2024

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The Writer: Merlin Love

Merlin Love is a screenwriter, novelist, and filmmaker with a flair for blending dark humor with introspective, character-driven narratives. Based in California, Merlin's work has garnered accolades at various film festivals, with his scripts often exploring the surreal and the emotionally complex. Whether it's a drug-fueled road trip through heartbreak or a sci-fi thriller that bends the fabric of time, Merlin crafts stories that challenge the mind and tug at the heart. With a BA in English Literature from Arizona State University, Merlin combines literary depth with a sharp, modern voice. Go to bio
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