Thanks Jimmy for the heads up on this.

Jade – May 1, 1994 draft script by Joe Eszterhas – hosted by: The Daily Script – in pdf format

Someone does a nasty hatchet job on a San Fransisco big noise and the Assistant D.A. takes charge of the investigation. Through a web of blackmail and prostitution involving the Governor, an old lover of the law man emerges as a prime suspect and he has to deal with his personal feelings as well as the case.

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Balance

A soldier’s homecoming surprise for his daughter’s birthday is ruined when the “gift” goes missing.

Let’s face it: unless you’re watching a Stallone flick, war stories aren’t really about battles, blood, big guns, or technicolor explosions. Inevitably, the best stories of this genre are about people. Such films invariably focus on how war affects human beings. Their lives. Their emotions. Their families. The Hurt Locker. Platoon. Full Metal Jacket. The list could go on.

…and does, with the short script Balance. A polished short, Balance focuses on David – a military father returning from a tour in Afghanistan. His daughter, Katy, is competing in a gymnastic meet on her 13^th birthday. Katy’s unaware that David’s home, and the school’s planned a surprise: presenting her with a huge present. Complete with her Dad inside. But once David enters the box, he discovers he’s not alone. His memories have accompanied him. Disturbing flashbacks of battle. Innocent casualties of war. An unnerved David flees to collect his thoughts – leaving a confused Katy alone. Can David learn to cope with his demons? Or will the war follow him (and his family) home?

As with some of the best dramas, Balance doesn’t wrap up its story in a convenient bow. But read this one, and you’ll care about the characters… and root for a happy ending.

About the writer: A writer since the age of 12, the first book that Steve Clark ever read was Amityville Horror.  The second was Cujo.  He’s been writing ever since, and is currently hard at work on two features.  He’s reachable at SAClark69 “AT” verizon.net (or on Long Island, if you’re in the area!!)

Pages: 20

Budget: Mid-range. Admittedly, this one isn’t for a new film student with a handy cam. There are a lot of extras to cast for the school location, and a pivotal (though small skirmish) battle scene that can’t be done dirt cheap. Don’t try this on a shoestring budget. But if you’ve the financing, this could look spectacular on screen.

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Déjà vu – May 17, 2004 first draft script by Bill Marsilii & Terry Rossio – hosted by: WordPlayer – in zip/pdf format

A ferry filled with crewmen from the USS Nimitz and their families was blown up in New Orleans on Mardi Gras. BATF Doug Carlin is brought in to assist in the massive investigation, and gets attached to an experimental FBI surveillance unit, one that uses spacefolding technology to directly look back a little over four days into the past. While tracking down the bomber, Carlin gets an idea in his head: could they use the device to actually travel back in time and not only prevent the bombing but also the murder of a local woman whose truck was used in the bombing?

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Another script for 2015-2016 award consideration. This time from A24. Also, Sony Classics has weighed in. Check this out and more on the Screenplays Posted by Studios for Oscar and Other Award Consideration page.

Room – Undated, Unspecified draft script by Emma Donoghue (based on the novel by Emma Donoghue) – hosted by: A24 – in pdf format

ROOM tells the extraordinary story of Jack, a spirited 5-year-old who is looked after by his loving and devoted mother. Like any good mother, Ma dedicates herself to keeping Jack happy and safe, nurturing him with warmth and love and doing typical things like playing games and telling stories. Their life, however, is anything but typical–they are trapped–confined to a windowless, 10-by-10-foot space that Ma has euphemistically named Room. Ma has created a whole universe for Jack within Room, and she will stop at nothing to ensure that, even in this treacherous environment, Jack is able to live a complete and fulfilling life. But as Jack’s curiosity about their situation grows, and Ma’s resilience reaches its breaking point, they enact a risky plan to escape, ultimately bringing them face-to-face with what may turn out to be the scariest thing yet: the real world.

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Fury – October 30, 2013 Pink Revised draft script by David Ayer – hosted by: Sony Picture – in pdf format

April, 1945. As the Allies make their final push in the European Theatre, a battle-hardened army sergeant named Wardaddy commands a Sherman tank and his five-man crew on a deadly mission behind enemy lines. Out-numbered, out-gunned, and with a rookie soldier thrust into their platoon, Wardaddy and his men face overwhelming odds in their heroic attempts to strike at the heart of Nazi Germany.

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Over on the Unproduced Scripts page are nineteen original scripts for your reading pleasure.

– Don

Solidarité

Stoker – 40196 script by Wentworth Miller (writing as Ted Foulke) – hosted by: Horror Lair – in pdf format

After India’s father dies, her Uncle Charlie, who she never knew existed, comes to live with her and her unstable mother. She comes to suspect this mysterious, charming man has ulterior motives and becomes increasingly infatuated with him.

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Thanks Ambrose for the heads up on this.

The 7th Voyage of Sinbad – June 28, 1957 final shooting draft script by Kenneth Kolb – hosted by: Horror Lair – in pdf format

While sailing with Princess Parisa to Baghdad to their wedding, Sinbad finds the Colossa Island and anchors his vessel to get supplies for the starving crew. Sinbad and his men help the magician Sokurah to escape from a Cyclops that attacks them, and Sokurah uses a magic lamp with a boy jinni to help them; however, their boat sinks and he loses the lamp. Sokurah offers a small fortune to Sinbad to return to Colossa, but he does not accept and heads to Baghdad. The citizens and the Caliph of Baghdad are celebrating the peace with Chandra, and they offer a feast to the Sultan of Chandra. Sakurah requests a ship and crew to return to Colossa but the Caliph refuses to jeopardize his countrymen. However, the treacherous magician shrinks the princess and when the desperate Sinbad seeks him out, he tells that he needs to return to Colossa to get the ingredient necessary for the magic potion. But Sinbad has only his friend Harufa to travel with him, and he decides to enlist a doubtful crew in…

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Heart of Coal

A renowned female psychologist ruminates over serial killer personalities – and the horror they’ve wreaked on her  life…

Narration. Voice-over. For some, it’s a film gimmick that grates on the nerves. But when done right, it can be spectacular. Don’t believe us? Try on a few of these films on for size.

Annie Hall: stand-up comedian Alvy Singer recounts his neurotic, titular love affair. Goodfellas: Henry Hill describes his evolution from small time crook to valued Mobster, and fall from grace to Informant. The Usual Suspects: Roger “Verbal” Kint weaves a tale of five random members from a police line-up, and the evil Keyser Soze. Speaking of Kevin Spacey and voiceovers, what about American Beauty?

All classic films told through the eyes of the narrator. And that’s the power of “V.O”. In the hands of a skilled screen writer, the voice of the narrator can lift a film to new heights. Add complex dimension to a story, and set the proper tone from page One… whether it be comedic, dramatic, or – in the case of Heart of Coal – downright chilling.

Dr. Lianne Berg’s life has had its ups and downs. A child psychologist who works with autistic children, she’s successful, young and gorgeous. A woman driven to succeed by horrors in her own childhood. Only nine when her mother was killed in front of her – stabbed to death sixty-seven times and beheaded. The serial killer never captured. Not surprisingly, the working of such dysfunctional minds became Dr. Berg’s obsession. As the script progresses, her voice drives the narrative; providing a glimpse into her separate worlds. Professional insights on the motives of such monsters, and her own nightmarish memories: how they’ve warped and shaped her life…

Stylishly written and streamlined, Heart of Coal is a deliciously demented script. And an amazing showcase for a thirtyish actress with just the right voice. With the right cast and smart editing, this script is an amazing find. Do this one right, and create a true horror masterpiece!

About the writer: Born and raised in Sweden, Pia Cook has SEVERAL produced features and shorts to her name (full IMDB credits here.) She started writing screenplays in 2006 and has written over sixty short screenplays and ten features. (Yeah… that’s not a typo. Six ZERO.)

Budget: Moderate. There are some locations inside a hospital and a Senator’s office. And a few extras to hire. Not to mention some blood and horror FX. But nothing to lose your head over. (Talk about an unfortunate choice of words!)

About the reviewer: David M Troop resumed writing in 2011 after a twenty-five year hiatus.  Since then, he has written about 50 short scripts, two of which have been produced.   Dave would like to make it three.  He is a regular, award-winning contributor to MoviePoet.com.  Born on the mean streets of Reading, PA, Dave now resides in Schuylkill Haven with his wife Jodi and their two lazy dogs Max and Mattie. He can be reached at dtroop506 “AT” gmail.

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