KUDZU

KUDZU

Feature · Thriller · 118 pages
Status: Spec
KUDZU: CHILDREN OF THE CORN meets SHERRYBABY – A recovering addict must rescue her estranged son from an “orphanage,” which is actually a front for a sinister evangelical cult that turns children into murderous criminals.
Written by Marisa Forrest
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Semifinalist, Roadmap Writers - JumpStart Writing Competition 2020
Semifinalist, The Writers Lab International 2021
Finalist, Female Voices Rock Film Festival 2021

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Marisa Forrest
West Hollywood, CA
Marisa immerses herself in entertainment as both creator and consumer. In her world, PARASITE and the “Housewives” peacefully coexist. A former development exec, Marisa realized that writing is her true calling. She’s extremely proud that all of her scripts have been awarded in multiple competitions. Marisa is insatiably curious and adores informed ...
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Marisa is a prolific screenwriter who cut her teeth as a development executive and quickly amassed numerous awards. She recently optioned a one-hour drama to the producers of an Oscar-winning movie and continues to develop scripts that are commercially viable with powerful social commentaries. If you're looking for scripts that sell and that are meaningful, check out her projects.
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