Mute

Synopsis

A wife's frustration at her husband's interruptions to the TV show they're watching fall spookily in line with the commentary, and she gets the last word.

Comments available from Lucy Linger and Simon Cox.

Characters

Female Characters
1
Male Characters
2
Intimacy / Contact
Snuggle on a sofa, not sexual.
Character Descriptions
A couple on the sofa, any age really, and a commentator who can sound the part but is off screen throughout.

Locations

No. of Locations
1
Location Description
Just a living room, filmed from the TV location.
Props Required
TV, if you want it in the shot, and a sofa.

Budget Estimate

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How much?!
1. Cheap as Chips  
2. Help Required
3. Deep Pockets

Comments

Here are the comments from our panel of screenwriter professionals about this script.

A great little script, funny and quirky. This would offer a filmmaker a good opportunity to show their skills as the pacing will make or break it. A good witty piece for actors to show their skills too.

"MUTE" is a fun fantasy short film with wish fulfilment satisfaction for both the protagonist and the audience. We can all relate to the desire to regain some control when we’re being bulldozed over, and this micro story allows us to go on that journey for a moment of pure escapism. I’m sure this surreal comedy short will leave many thinking “if only!”

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