Feature Films in Development
THE HITCHHIKER
Feature Comedy – Writers: Jason R. Goode & Kathy Parsons
SYNOPSIS: Based on the popular award-winning short film, this feature comedy follows the exploits of Martin who takes a fateful ride from Kit, an obsessive woman on a mission to elude the authorities in order to save her brother-in-law (who may or may not be a spy). Oh yeah, and Kit has two men tied up in her trunk. A screwball comedy in the tradition of Preston Sturges.
Status: First Draft. Seeking development funding.
THE LAST CONCESSION
Feature Drama – Writer: Andre Hardenl Based on the play by Kathy Parsons
SYNOPSIS: Kate is a fugitive from the law who, after eluding authorities and the criminals she double-crossed, is found wandering in the middle of the night in rural Alberta and is brought in by an older couple and their adopted son. She decides to stay for a while and soon begins to feel more and more a part of the family, finding some semblance of peace. But the longer she stays, the more she realizes she’s playing out a specific role at the centre of the family’s dark secret. With both the police and her former partners hot on her trail, she must figure out a path of escape.
Status: Treatment stage. Seeking development funding.
