The Australian. Victory: No Second Prize -- Part I

Feature · Drama · 103 pages

Status: Spec

Gurumarra, an Indigenous fighter, appearing more white than black, must navigate loss, love and a crisis of identity in order to find out who he is and what he's made of. And what, if anything will be left of him when the hits stop coming.

Written by Robert Charles Jemison

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8 Accolades

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Finalist, So Cal Screenplay Competition - The Southern California Screenplay Competition 2024

Quarterfinalist, Table Read My Screenplay - Park City 2024

Semifinalist, Los Angeles International Screenplay Awards - Diversity Initiative VIII

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Robert Charles Jemison

Sydney, Nsw, AU

Cinephile/aspiring screenwriter. Coming from and underprivileged background, I have always placed great value upon having access to film and television, both having proved to be an essential, and cost effective form of escapism. Those flickering images that inspire hope and encourage us to tap into the best parts of ourselves, have consistentl...

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This story has a strong focus on character and theme, and so incorporates a somewhat unconventional structure which is designed to serve the protagonist's journey and help keep pacing in what is essentially a dialog driven sports drama. Some non PC humour may offend a sensitive reader, but I have made every effort to be as tactful and even handed as possible.