Disciple Is A Vampire Script - 1399 Words

DISCIPLE is a vampire script that features an ensemble cast. The script is driven by the universal theme of good vs. evil. Moral choices are explored. Vampire scripts and films are not new to the industry and in order to be successful they have to offer the audience something new. This script attempts to do this with an intriguing twist that vampires battle vampires. This concept has merit. While there are strengths and weaknesses to the script, the script, overall, would benefit from more development. There are several features that are worth discussing. One concern about the script is that because of the ensemble cast, there isn’t a strong protagonist that drives the plot. While it appears that John is the protagonist, he doesn’t have a clear goal, nor does he drive the story. In fact, because of the opening with first Sebastian and then Veronica, it’s a bit challenging to know who the true protagonist really is. At first, one thinks the protagonist is Veronica. The opening of her attacking her attacker is solid. The audience likes her and is hooked. The reveal of her fangs is strong. It sets the tone. Unfortunately, then more characters are introduced, and while Veronica has some strong moments in the script, she doesn’t drive the plot. Because there isn’t a solid hero or goal identified, the script’s plotline and structure feels fragmented and wanders. One keeps wondering what’s the story about and what’s the objective. When the car hits Cybelle, one thinks thisShow MoreRelatedEssay on Buffy the Vampire Slayer5067 Words   |  21 PagesBuffy the Vampire Slayer Mentors feature prominently in the Gothic genre. From Dr Van Helsing in Bram Stokers Dracula, who leads the young heroes into their quest to annihilate the Count, to Rupert Giles, the Watcher in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, older and more experienced adults have provided essential guidance for the younger protagonists of the genre. The differences in media of expression and the subsequent adaptations from novel to television series has not affected the presence of this