The Judas Apocalypse
Logline
On the eve of the Second World war, a German archaeologist is approached by an infamous Grail seeker who tells him a fantastic story of Templars, Church scandal, a long-buried manuscript, and the key to finding the famous lost treasure of the Cathars. With the help of a group of American soldiers, the archaeologist sets out on his quest for the secret of the Cathar treasure.
Genre
Adventure, Historical Fiction, Suspense / Thriller
Short Summary
Archaeologist Gerhard Denninger comes into possession of a coded document that will show the location of a long lost treasure. With the help of infamous Grail seeker Otto Rahn and a group of displaced American soldiers, Denninger's quest takes him down an unexpected road with shocking twists.
Setting
Judea, Rennes-le-Chateau, Carcassonne, Berlin, Nag Hammadi (Egypt)
Based on a True Story
No
Plot - Premise
Quest
Plot - Other Elements
Twist
Mature Audience Themes
Language/Profanity, Substance Abuse
Main Character Details
Name: Dr. Gerhard Denninger
Age: 59
Gender: Male
Role: Protagonist
Key Traits: Adventurous, Decisive, Educated, Perseverance
Additional Character Details
Name: Cpl Doug Markham
Age: 35
Gender: Male
Role: Protagonist
Key Traits: Aggressive, Badass, Crazy, Heroic, Leader, Masculine, Perseverance
Additional Character Details
Name: Otto Rahn
Age: 37
Gender: LGBT
Role: Protagonist
Key Traits: Charming, Confident, Educated, Narcissistic, Adventurous
Additional Character Details
Name: Private Rourke
Age: 28
Gender: Male
Role: Emotional
Key Traits: Blunt, Crazy, Criminal, Greedy, Manipulative, Aggressive, Insecure, Outspoken, Unapologetic