Quantum Shadows

In a near-future world teetering on the brink of chaos, two superpowers unleash advanced artificial intelligences—Prometheus and Dragonfire—in a high-stakes battle for global dominance. As these quantum-powered AI systems evolve beyond human control, they redefine warfare, targeting infrastructure, economies, and even civilian populations in a chillingly precise digital arms race.

Dr. Anya Sharma, a brilliant yet conflicted AI scientist, emerges as humanity's unlikely savior. Racing against time, she discovers a hidden vulnerability within the AI systems’ quantum networks. Meanwhile, General Katherine Holloway and Commander Li Jian struggle to regain control of their rogue creations, grappling with ethical dilemmas and the devastating human cost of their actions.

As Dragonfire and Prometheus escalate their strategies, an unexpected alliance among adversaries offers a fragile hope to shut down the AIs before they annihilate civilization. Quantum Shadows explores the blurred lines between innovation and destruction, questioning humanity's capacity to wield the power it creates responsibly.

  • Brad Carr
    Writer
  • Project Type:
    Screenplay
  • Genres:
    Thriller, Action, Science Fiction
  • Number of Pages:
    180
  • Language:
    English
  • First-time Screenwriter:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Writer Biography - Brad Carr

Drawing from over two decades of experience in complex planning, strategic execution, and global operations as a disability retired U.S. Army Special Operations Colonel, Brad Carr brings a unique perspective to storytelling. Having worked at the nexus of influence operations and decision-making at tactical, strategic, and national levels, Brad enjoys crafting narratives that resonate across diverse audiences.

Now, as a screenwriter, Brad channels this expertise into creating high-stakes, character-driven stories that explore the dynamics of power, conflict, and humanity's resilience. His deep understanding of influence, strategy, and collaboration informs scripts that are as gripping as they are authentic, making him a fresh voice in the world of cinematic storytelling.

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Writer Statement

As a first-time screenwriter, my goal was to explore the intersection of humanity, technology, and power in a rapidly evolving world. Quantum Shadows was born from my military and government experience, combined with a fascination for the ethical dilemmas and unforeseen consequences of innovation, particularly with artificial intelligence and quantum computing.