Red
A psychological horror thriller that reimagines the classic tale in a dark and disturbing setting. The story follows an 18-year-old girl who visits her grandmother’s home in a remote forest.
Upon arrival, the Girl discovers a dead wolf and evidence that José, a local forest ranger, may be involved in sinister events. Tensions mount when she finds her grandmother’s home empty and bearing signs of violence.
The night turns into a nightmare when the Girl comes face to face with a wolf-like creature that killed her grandmother. In a desperate fight for survival, she injures the creature, which flees into the forest.
At dawn, the Girl finds José, naked and injured, begging for help. The revelation that José has transformed into the creature that killed her grandmother leads the Girl to a brutal moment of decision.
The film explores themes of loss, revenge, and the nature of evil, culminating in a shocking ending that suggests the cycle of violence may not be over. "Red" is a dark story about how trauma and pain can turn victims into monsters.
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Jonathas Davi GesteiraWriter
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Project Title (Original Language):Vermelho
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Project Type:Short Script
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Genres:Horror, Thriller
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Number of Pages:4
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Language:English, Portuguese
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First-time Screenwriter:Yes
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Student Project:No
I am a Brazilian screenwriter currently based in Lisbon. With a background in Literature from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), I explore cinematic storytelling with a strong foundation in narrative and language. My scripts blend humor and drama to engage with social themes and contemporary issues.
Many of the stories I work on revolve around characters experiencing cultural shifts and personal transformations, often drawing from diverse perspectives and real-life observations. From mockumentaries to intense dramas, the focus is on creating authentic dialogue and dynamic storytelling.
Inspired by travel and cultural exchanges, my approach aims to connect with universal themes while maintaining a distinctly Brazilian perspective. The goal is to craft narratives that balance social critique with engaging character development.