Choke Canyon
Choke Canyon
Feature
· Action · 104 pages
When a desperate trucker journeying home for Thanksgiving has a chance encounter with a dangerous convict in Texas, the pair are sent south on a chaotic transborder detour neither may survive.
Written by
Duane Graves and Justin Meeks
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9 Accolades
Accolade Highlights
Semifinalist,
ScreenCraft Screenwriting Fellowship 2019
Quarterfinalist,
Stage 32 Action/Thriller Screenwriting Contest 2022
2 Writers
Austin, Texas
Duane Graves has produced work showcased at Sundance, SXSW, Slamdance, & Tribeca. He co-wrote/directed THE WILD MAN OF THE NAVIDAD, released by IFC. Graves also co-wrote/directed the Western KILL OR BE KILLED, released by RLJE. Named by Coverfly as one of the best up and coming screenwriters, he is currently developing EDELWEISS with Kim Henkel, co-...
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The writer manages the rare feat of balancing a slice-of-life story about the hopelessness and despair of a forgotten small town, with a heart-wrenching, Coen Brothers-esque crime drama that keeps the reader gripped until the script's jaw-dropping climax. Featuring impeccable dialogue and characterization, Duane successfully brings to life a world the American consciousness has left behind.
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Action/Thriller