LGBTQ+ Festival 1st Scene Script: Chrysalis, by Naz Tokgoz
1ST SCENE SCREENPLAY READINGS
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4m 42s
"Chrysalis" navigates the story of Deniz, an enigmatic alien who, upon arriving on Earth, assumes the form of a 20-something girl. Driven by loneliness and curiosity, she becomes captivated by the vibrant Turkish culture. Alternating between the euphoria of her love with a Turkish woman, Melisa, and the aftermath of a tragic loss caused by homophobia in modern Turkish society, the narrative weaves subtle hints alluding to Deniz's true nature, inviting contemplation on whether she is an extraterrestrial or a representation of someone who feels like an outsider within their own country. The story delicately portrays the healing journey of both Deniz and Melisa's grieving mother within a city so capable of profound love, yet at times challenged to extend that love to others.
CAST LIST:
Narrator: Sean Ballantyne
Deniz: Julie Sheppard
Melisa: Hannah Ehman
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