Logline: After her daughter’s tragic death, a grieving mother struggles with her feelings about the convicted murderer’s execution, and as everyone around her pushes their own opinions, she realizes she must confront her true emotions before it’s too late.

Page Count: 8

Genre: Drama

Characters:
JUDGE (40s) — A stern purveyor of justice.
SARAH (30s) — A mother tortured by the guilt and grief of her daughter’s death.
SARAH’S MOTHER (60s) — Nearly gleeful at the prospect of the prisoner’s death.
PRISONER (40s)
OFFICER 1 (40s)
OFFICER 2 (40s)
FR. MATTHEW (60s) — A calm priest who wishes for a more peaceful world.

Locations:
INT. Courtroom
EXT. Graveyard
INT. Prison
INT/EXT. Chapel
EXT. McDonald’s Parking Lot

Contact:
Sofia Caliento caliento@chapman.edu

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