Boy: A Story Based On True Events
SATIRE BIOGRAPHICAL CRIME DRAMA EPIC SUSPENSE/THRILLER MEMOIR MYSTERY RELIGIOUS FANTASY
1960s & '70s,1980s & '90s,20th Century (multiple decades)
Nathan Waire aka Nathan Zen-Sapien
Logline
A man describes the strange and often inexplicable events that happened to himself and his brother over the course of their traumatic lives.
Genre
Satire,Biographical,Crime,Drama,Epic,Suspense/Thriller,Memoir,Mystery,Religious,Fantasy
Short Summary
The story starts with three fictive men (2 brothers and a counselor) discussing the early events in both brother's lives.
The counselor makes a stark realization that he has been there by himself the whole time and morphs into a composite of the two other men
Setting
Buffalo, NY/ Chicago, IL/ Milwaukee, WI/ Union, NJ
Based on a True Story
Yes
Plot - Premise
Internal Journey/Rebirth
Plot - Other Elements
Coming of Age,Philosophical Questions,Twist
Mature Audience Themes
Incest
Main Character Details
Name: Man
Age: 30 - 35
Gender: Male
Role: Protagonist
Key Traits: Complex,Confident,Outspoken,Blunt,Educated,Unapologetic
Additional Character Details
Name: Boy
Age: 40 - 50
Gender: Male
Role: Sidekick
Key Traits: Underdog,Naive,Insecure
Additional Character Details
Name: Counselor/Narrator
Age: 35-45
Gender: Male
Role: mentor
Key Traits: Aspiring,Modest,Charming,Complex,Confident,Engaging,Flexible,Strong Moral Code,Skillful,Selfless
Additional Character Details
The author has not yet written this
Development Pitch
Following the lives of two brothers (one autistic and the other extremely bitter) who are really one man. The story tracks the oddly supernatural events that lead up to the insane lifechanging epiphany made by the main protagonist.
Genre
ACTION, DRAMA
Brief
Man recounts many traumatic events in his life to the narrator. He begins with his abusive father and time at school with an abusive teacher. His brother, Boy, has special needs, but possibly split personalities. Man turns to a life of violence after getting caught up with the wrong crowd.
Overall Rating
GOOD
Narrative Elements
Authors Writing Style: GOOD
Characterization: GOOD
Commerciality: FAIR
Franchise Potential: FAIR
Pace: GOOD
Premise: GOOD
Structure: GOOD
Theme: GOOD
Accuracy of Book Profile
Yes, the profile accurately reflects the script.
Draw of Story
The hook is not clear from the start. Man's life story is very interesting and he has gone through a lot in his young life. There are elements of the supernatural and unexplained phenomenon's that keep Man safe throughout the story.
Possible Drawbacks
The story explores certain topics in a very harsh way. Boy is mentally challenged and gay. Man treats him roughly as he tells his story and some incestuous moments occur. There are also gay slurs used often.
Use of Special Effects
THE STORY DOES NOT RELY ON SPECIAL EFFECTS
Primary Hook of Story
The hook is that Man tells his life story to a narrator but the narrator and his mentally challenged brother, Boy, are all the same person. I would watch the film for the twist. It is hard to understand as it is written but could be easier, visually.
Fanbase Potential
This does not have a large fanbase. There are elements to the story that would not be appealing to a wide audience. Man's relationship with his brother raises many questions. Boy's switch from a mentally challenged person to a woman seems unrealistic and should be given more time.
Awards Potential
The twist could garner awards potential. All three characters are the same person. This story also is character driven with many gritty moments that could be portrayed well by the right actor.
Envisioned Budget
LOW BUDGET
Similar Films/TV Series
MOONLIGHT, THE OTHERS, US
What’s New About the Story
The story is original because of the cross between the supernatural elements, psychological twist and Black characters that is just making a space in media today.
Lead Characters
The lead characters stand out because they are all the same person but have distinct characteristics throughout the story.
Uniqueness of Story
This is a solid story that could be considered a gem but does have some disturbing story moments. There are some parts in the middle of the story that do not aid in driving the plot. Man spends a lot of time talking about his time in school but it doesn't really connect to the twist at the end.
Possible Formats
Film
Analyst Recommendation
CONSIDER
Justification
This story is a consider because it is entertaining with an interesting twist. It needs work to be more cohesive. There should be more time spent on Man's story as a young man and how he ends up at the moment telling his story to the narrator. The twist was unclear through reading it and should be explained more.