MAB Screenplays

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The Indian Hero

While the fireflies of Illuminah City are obsessed with the brightness of their sparks, AIDEN PATEL sees the beauty in life beyond the constraints of his exclusive community. But his hyperactive tendencies and deeply rooted longing for adventure lead him into trouble - trouble that forces him on a journey across the world with the fate of Illuminah City in his unstable hands.  

The Adventure of a Lifetime

This emotional rollercoaster will take people of all ages on a nerve-wracking yet hilarious journey through some of the most astounding places in India and South Africa (see below).

Review from The Black List:

“FIREFLY has a breathtakingly imaginative, totally unique premise with mainstream, international appeal. The creativity that comes from the different cultures and races of bugs that are introduced is outstanding. Further, AIDEN is a lovable lead. His hero’s journey takes you on a suspenseful and exciting ride, which leads to a beautiful lesson of love for all. Altogether, this story is powerful, hilarious, and offers dazzling visuals that prospective directors ought to be more than enticed by. In line tonally with films like FINDING NEMO and A BUG'S LIFE.”

*Ranked on The Black List

**Publishing rights to the '142' EP come with the purchase of this screenplay!

Inspiration

Based on the eye-opening journey that inspired the creation of MAB.*

Thematic Premise

Breaking free of societal chains to pursue the heart's desire.

Modern Relevance

The structure of this story is built upon the growing thirst for international travel and the increasing opportunities to pursue one's passion in life.

The Awakening Adventure

This coming-of-age tale will take you on a thought-provoking adventure through some of the most astounding places in Patagonia and Iceland (see below).

Review from The Black List:

CHRONICLES OF A FREE SOUL explores themes most people can relate to in a profound way. The pursuit of happiness and the search for purpose in life is incredibly universal, and it's embodied excellently through the fun, realistic, and insightful dialogue. The story is reminiscent of the "Before Sunrise" trilogy but set to take place in much more exotic locations that serve as a perfect backdrop for a story about self-discovery and love.

*Publishing rights to the CHRONICLES OF A FREE SOUL LP come with the purchase of this screenplay!

Thematic Premise

The corruption amid the growing socio-economic divide.

Modern Relevance

Along with the growing socio-economic divide, this episode explores the coinciding struggles that minorities in the US face; as well as the corruption of media. It also addresses the vitality of clean water and the harsh reality that nearly a billion people across the globe face without it.

The Harsh Reality

This story blurs the lines between augmented, virtual, and actual reality. Ultimately, throwing the viewer for a whirl that they will not see coming - a whirl they may not want to see at all!

Review from The Black List:

 "[Questeria] is built around a compelling sci-fi concept: virtual reality is obviously classic, well-tread territory in the genre, but there's something especially intriguing and potent about the way this show brings real people into that virtual world. It's fascinating, haunting, and may very well leave your head spinning for a day or two. If you're a nail-biter, you'll be on the edge of your seat from beginning to end, although the satirical flare may help you along. The writer demonstrates an exciting talent for world-building that will serve an ongoing series nicely."

The History

Back in junior and senior year of high school, Jon spent many of his weekend nights at a classmate's home, which was notoriously known as The Dope House. Basically, it was what it sounds like: a high school frat house in which a bunch of teenagers drank, smoked weed, and partook in idiocracy. But unlike the standard frat house, The Dope House was a luxurious suburban home, and the parents of the teenage founder were indeed present. With access to the glorious basement, the beautiful backyard, and the paradisiacal pool area, it's easy to imagine some of the shenanigans that took place here, but some things were just well... abzoludely outreayguzzz. Between the wide variety of characters that rolled through and the absurd scenarios that always managed to unfold, the time spent at The Dope House created enough baseline content for an animated sitcom that could prevail for decades.

The Vision

A South Park x Family Guy hybrid that focuses on a group of absurd high schoolers.

Conceptualization

In May of 2018, Michael and Jon took cover in an Icelandic lodge as the wind whipped through the astounding mountains. It was here that their years of ludicrous conceptualizations would first be penned. Given the thought-provoking relationship of Kim Jong Un and Dennis Rodman, Michael and Jon brainstormed the most appropriate group of characters to join the two on their first adventure. And from the wicked winds of Iceland, the Chronicles of Un & Rodman was born.

The Idea

Fast-paced, outrageous humor based on pop culture. 

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The Inspiration

During the Summer of 2017, Alex was working to oversee various State Delegate races in Virginia. Many of the candidates were in tight races and were, therefore, under close watch. One incredibly passionate candidate, we’ll call him DANIEL, was in a political race that he had next to no chance of winning. However, Daniel was inspirationally optimistic that he had an opportunity to overthrow a 20-year incumbent. When Alex’s job ended, and Daniel eventually lost, Alex came up with the idea for a mockumentary-style show that followed the race of Daniel - a candidate who had no chance of winning his race but remained forever optimistic. 

The Vision

DANIEL FOR DELEGATE is written to be shot in a similar style as shows like The Office and Modern Family where characters are able to share their thoughts and struggles directly with the audience. This show would be highly relevant in today's climate. In a political landscape where attack ads are commonplace, viewers would be eager to see an innocent candidate get the spotlight.