Familial Betrayal
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Religion as Control
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Familial Betrayal | Religion as Control |
Buried Trauma
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Repressed Desire
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Buried Trauma | Repressed Desire |
Buried Trauma
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Repressed Desire
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Buried Trauma | Repressed Desire |
Emily Greene
Religion as Control
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Familial Betrayal
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Religion as Control | Familial Betrayal |
Buried Trauma
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Repressed Desire
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Buried Trauma | Repressed Desire |
Familial Betrayal
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Religion as Control
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Familial Betrayal | Religion as Control |
2023 | FEATURE LENGTH | HORROR | 120 PAGES
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Sixteen-year-old Emily Greene is plagued by recurring nightmares. The only daughter of William and Karen Greene, she lives in the idyllic Midwestern city of Spirit Falls, Iowa, where her father, a church pastor, is expanding his congregation into a megachurch empire. One night, after being dropped off at the church, Emily witnesses her father drug his assistant, Peggy, and perform a disturbing hypnosis on her.
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As she delves deeper into the unsettling truths behind her father's actions, Emily grapples with strange, waking visions and burgeoning extrasensory abilities over which she seemingly has no control. As her friendship with classmate Sarah Bennett blossoms into romance, Emily uncovers dark family secrets and her father's sinister plan—to expand his church empire and indoctrinate millions through subliminal messaging techniques.
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Emily's strange and terrifying journey of self-discovery will force her to confront buried childhood traumas and a father who will stop at nothing in his relentless quest for power and control.
Emily Greene
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Sixteen-year-old Emily Greene is plagued by recurring nightmares. The only daughter of William and Karen Greene, she lives in the idyllic Midwestern city of Spirit Falls, Iowa, where her father, a church pastor, is expanding his congregation into a megachurch empire. Growing up an only child, Emily has always felt out of place, struggling to meet her father's expectations while dealing with the constant weight of anxiety and depression. Though an introvert by nature, Emily possesses a keen sense of observation, allowing her to intuitively grasp the emotions and intentions of those around her. Emily is a talented artist whose vibrant and surreal paintings serve as a powerful outlet for her inner struggles.
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Emily's world is turned upside down when she witnesses her father commit a disturbing and malevolent act—drugging his assistant, Peggy, and subjecting her to a bizarre form of brainwashing hypnosis. As she delves deeper into the unsettling truths behind her father's actions, Emily finds herself grappling with strange visions and extrasensory abilities over which she seemingly has no control. Amidst these escalating episodes and a blossoming romance with schoolmate Sarah Bennett, Emily uncovers her father's sinister plan: to expand his church empire and indoctrinate millions using subliminal messaging techniques.
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Emily's harrowing journey will ultimately force her to confront buried childhood traumas and a father who will stop at nothing in his quest for power and control. As she learns to harness her supernatural abilities, Emily breaks free from his oppressive grip, transforming her fear into empowerment and finding an inner strength beyond anything she could have imagined.
William Greene
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Reverend William Greene is a charismatic and influential figurehead within his community, presenting himself as a beacon of hope, compassion, and divine guidance. But behind the carefully constructed façade lies a deeply wounded man who wields a secret and sinister power over his congregation. Utilizing his profound understanding of psychology and technology, he has developed methods to manipulate and control his unsuspecting churchgoing community.
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William dreams of creating a megachurch empire and will stop at nothing to achieve his ambitions. As Emily begins to uncover the truth and break free from her father’s influence, William resorts to increasingly desperate and extreme measures to maintain control over his daughter and prevent his secrets from being exposed.
Karen Greene
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Karen Greene is a complex and deeply conflicted woman. As the wife of a megachurch pastor in the making, William, she has always strived to present an image of unwavering loyalty and support to her husband and their church community. From the outside, Karen's life appears picture-perfect, but behind closed doors, it is fraught with pain and guilt.
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Unknown to the world, her husband has abused their daughter, Emily, for several years. This secret has left Karen grappling with profound turmoil as she struggles to reconcile her loyalty to her husband with her love for their child. As Emily embarks on her own journey of self-discovery, Karen will be forced to confront the enormity of her choices and the devastating impact they have had on her daughter's life.
Sarah Bennett
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Seventeen-year-old Sarah Bennett exudes effortless confidence and charisma that draws people toward her. On the surface, she appears to have it all together, but beneath her radiant exterior lies the weight of feeling different due to her biracial heritage and the struggles stemming from her parents' strained marriage.
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Having recently moved to Spirit Falls, Iowa, she feels more out of place than ever, navigating a world that seems foreign to her. Despite initially being embraced by the popular clique, Sarah soon finds herself inexplicably drawn to the shy and mysterious Emily. From their very first encounter, she senses something unique about Emily, uncovering a profound connection that ultimately becomes the foundation of their blossoming romance.
Caleb Bradley
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Despite his seemingly idyllic background, deep within Caleb lies a manipulative and cold-hearted nature that he expertly conceals behind a carefully crafted "nice guy" persona. He is cool and calculating, driven by a quest for power over others that stems from deep-seated insecurities and a profound fear of vulnerability. Caleb views interactions as strategic moves on the chessboard of life, constantly seeking ways to assert his dominance.
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Seeking validation, acceptance, and control, Caleb feels a void within himself that he believes can be filled by emulating the man he idolizes—Pastor William Greene. He is convinced that by manipulating those around him, he can secure his own position of superiority and protect himself from emotional pain. His desire to maintain control over others, especially Emily, arises from a need for constant affirmation of his self-worth.
Addison Miller
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As the leader of the popular clique, Addison is the prototypical queen bee. Attractive and stylish, she masks layers of hidden insecurities with perfectionism and a mean streak. Beneath her confident exterior lies a secret: Addison's attraction to women remains hidden from everyone. Her longing for female companionship creates a constant inner struggle as she battles her fear of rejection from her peers and loved ones. In her day-to-day life, she engages in relationships with boys to maintain appearances and conceal her true feelings.
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Addison and Emily were once close friends in grade school, but rumors and gossip shattered their friendship. As Addison observes Emily and Sarah’s relationship develop from afar, she becomes increasingly jealous, yearning for the same affection and companionship.
