THE IMPOSTERS

THE IMPOSTERS
Feature Film - Proof of Concept
Comedy/Action

TAGLINE: What happens in Vegas starts with a terrible fake ID.

LOGLINE: In 1985, a group of high school misfits armed with outrageously bad fake IDs descend upon Las Vegas, where their dream weekend spirals into a riotous storm of mistaken identities, mob chaos, and clueless cops - leading to a high-stakes clash with a ruthless club owner that pushes their courage, wits, and friendship to the brink.

SUMMARY: It’s 1985, and a tight-knit group of high school friends dream of an unforgettable weekend escape to Las Vegas. Without proper IDs, they enlist their quirky classmate, Douglas, whose laughably bad fake IDs are just convincing enough to squeak by initial scrutiny.

Their innocent plans take a wild turn as they inadvertently stumble into trouble. Mistaken for high rollers, the teens find themselves treated like VIPs at a mob-run casino, only to discover the privilege comes with dangerous strings attached. Their misfortune snowballs when clueless local detectives mistake them for undercover operatives, pulling them deeper into a tangled web of comedic calamity.

The stakes skyrocket when they cross paths with Rico, the flashy and menacing owner of a notorious gentleman’s club, who becomes convinced they are saboteurs working against his operation. With their fake identities unraveling and danger closing in from all sides, the friends must rely on their wits, quick thinking, and unbreakable camaraderie to escape the chaos unscathed.

By the end of the whirlwind weekend, the group narrowly escapes Vegas with their freedom intact, their friendships strengthened, and a treasure trove of outrageous stories they’ll laugh about for the rest of their lives.

  • Joseph Michael Leone
    Writer
    Coop, Retirement Road Trip, The Phantom Council, and many more
  • Project Type:
    Screenplay, Short Script
  • Number of Pages:
    30
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • First-time Screenwriter:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
  • Wiki: The World's Fastest Screenplay Competition
    Los Angeles, CA
    January 17, 2025
    FINALIST
Writer Biography - Joseph Michael Leone

Joe Leone is an award-winning American screenwriter and film industry professional. He serves as President and CEO of Write Now Productions LLC and a proud alumnus of Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts. His screenplays have garnered more than 100 awards and have been officially selected by over 400 film festivals and screenplay competitions worldwide.

Professional Experience: Joe Leone brings a wealth of industry experience to his craft. He spent six years with Paramount Pictures' Motion Picture Marketing Administration, where he honed his skills and gained valuable insights into the marketing and promotion of films. Additionally, he served as a Story Analyst for Prelude Pictures and Kamin & Howell Entertainment, further deepening his understanding of storytelling and the intricacies of the filmmaking process.

Joe Leone's passion for storytelling, combined with his exceptional talent and extensive industry experience, has established him as a leading voice in the world of screenwriting. His dedication to his craft and remarkable achievements continue to inspire and shape the future of the film industry.

Agent Representation:
Lisa Simpson - Elevated Artists Entertainment LLC
Elevated Artists Entertainment LLC
Clearwater, FL 33764
(727) 350-2665
contact@elevatedartistsent.com

AWARDS/RECOGNITION:
GENRE AWARD WINNER - Your Script Produced - 4th Edition (Nov 2025)
AWARD WINNER - Show Low Film Festival (Oct 2025)
AWARD WINNER - Blastoff LA - Best First 5 Pages (Mar 2025)
AWARD WINNER - Hollywood Just4Shorts Film & Screenplay Competition (Feb 2025)
NOMINEE - Film fest LA @ la live (Sep 2025)
FINALIST - Scriptation Showcase Script Competition (Nov 2025)
FINALIST - Reno-Tahoe Screenplay Contest (Mar 2025)
FINALIST - Wiki: The World's Fastest Screenplay Competition (Jan 2025)
SEMI-FINALIST - Grande Stories Screenplay Competition (Nov 2025)
SEMI-FINALIST - Red Flight Pictures Screenplay Awards (Nov 2025)
SEMI-FINALIST - Cordillera International Film Festival (Sep 2025)
SEMI-FINALIST - 29th Annual Fade In Awards Comedy Competition (June 2025)
SEMI-FINALIST - 29th Annual Fade In Awards Short Film / Short Script Competition (Mar 2025)
QUARTERFINALIST - 2025 Scriptapalooza Screenplay Competition
QUARTERFINALIST - StoryPros Awards 18th Annual Screenplay Contest (May 2025)
OFFICIAL SELECTION - First Act, First Look Screenplay Contest (Sep 2025)
OFFICIAL SELECTION - Legendary Fest (Aug 2025)
OFFICIAL SELECTION - Oxford Script Awards (July 2025)
OFFICIAL SELECTION - Block Island Film Festival (Mar 2025)

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