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Lorraine Flett

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emotionally grounded, place-based storytelling

Bio
Lorraine’s love for film began with editing Super 8 movies with her dad in Aberdeen, Scotland. Decades later, she’s written screenplays across genres—from classic rom-coms (including a magical-realism Christmas tale) and a dark Scottish comedy to a neo-noir melodrama, a serial-killer thriller, a dystopian TV pilot, an historical drama, and an epic romance spanning decades betwee historic Buenas Aires and contemporary London. Her scripts have received numerous accolades including Best Script Writer at the Toronto International Women’s Film Festival. She wrote and produced the indie feature MISMO (https://bit.ly/3TrANAq), holds an MA in Filmmaking from Staffordshire University, and today coordinates James Dalessandro’s weekly Pro Screenwriting Master Class.
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Historical Drama Political Intrigue Biographical Philosophical Mystery

Every Ripple on the Water

In Renaissance Florence, a young Michelangelo grapples with the tension between artistic ambition and the moral imperatives of a city in turmoil.

Historical Drama Political Intrigue Biographical
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In Renaissance Florence, a young Michelangelo grapples with the tension between artistic ambition and the moral imperatives of a city in turmoil.

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UNIQUE SELLING POINT

The screenplay uniquely blends historical biography with political and religious intrigue, offering a deep dive into Michelangelo's artistic and personal struggles during a transformative period in Florence. Its meticulous attention to historical detail and philosophical themes sets it apart.

STANDOUT FEATURES

  • Unique Hook: The exploration of the tension between art and morality during the Renaissance, particularly through the lens of Michelangelo's struggles.
  • Major Twist: The revelation of Savonarola's influence over the political and artistic landscape, leading to the destruction of art and culture.
  • Distinctive Setting: The vibrant and tumultuous backdrop of Florence during the Renaissance, filled with political intrigue and artistic innovation.