ACTION Best Scene Reading of A SECRET JOURNEY, by Gary A. Piazza

Winning Screenplay – A SECRET JOURNEY
Written by Gary A. Piazza

CAST LIST:

NARRATOR – Val Cole
MADDY – Ali Chappell
BEN – Rob Notman
HAROLD – Michael Pearson

SYNOPSIS:

Genre: Action, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Maddy, Harold and Ben get more than they bargained for when the sneak into a high security government facility, break into a UFO and manage to get stranded in time, there only companion Marvin and he’s an Alien.

 What genres does your screenplay fall under?

Family, Action/Adventure

Why should this screenplay be made into a movie?

Because there hasn’t been anything like it since E.T., Jurassic Park and The Goonies. It’s time for a full-on fun family film. Aliens, dinosaurs, UFO’s and time travel. What else could you ask for?

How would you describe this script in two words?

Wild romp.

What movie have you seen the most times in your life?

Star Wars

How long have you been working on this screenplay?

On and off for 10 years.

How many stories have you written?

Seven features. One recommendation from Universal and many awards from others.

What is your favorite song? (Or, what song have you listened to the most times in your life?)

I’ve Got A Brand New Pair Of Rollerskates by Melanie.

What obstacles did you face to finish this screenplay?

Plot holes. But what writer doesn’t?

Apart from writing, what else are you passionate about?

Photography/videography/filmmaking. 35+ years.

What influenced you to enter the festival? What were your feelings on the initial feedback you received?

When I saw the live read offering, I was intrigued. I knew I had to enter. The feedback was excellent and really made my day. Any feedback is always good. That means someone has taken the time to actually read the work.

*****

Director/Producer: Matthew Toffolo http://www.matthewtoffolo.com

Editor: John Johnson

Camera Operator: Kierston Drier

Casting Director: Sean Ballantyne


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