What's the worst that can happen?

WHAT'S THE WORST THAT CAN HAPPEN?
Feature Film (Proof of Concept)
Comedy (17 Pages)

LOGLINE: A man experiences the worst day of his life after receiving $6.66 change at 6:06 am on June 6th.

  • Joseph Michael Leone
    Writer
    COOP, RETIREMENT ROAD TRIP, THE PHANTOM COUNCIL, DIRE CONSEQUENCES, FARM CLUB, HAIL SANTA
  • Project Type:
    Short Script
  • Number of Pages:
    17
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • First-time Screenwriter:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Writer Biography - Joseph Michael Leone

Joe Leone: Award-Winning American Screenwriter and Film Industry Professional

Occupation: President/CEO – Write Now Productions LLC

Biography: Joe Leone is a highly accomplished American screenwriter and esteemed figure in the film industry. He is the President/CEO of Write Now Productions LLC, a successful and growing production company focused on producing compelling cinematic experiences.

Education: Joe Leone is a proud alumnus of Chapman University's Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, a prestigious institution recognized as the #4 film school in the United States by The Hollywood Reporter. Notable industry icons such as The Duffer Brothers, Justin Simien, and Ben York Jones, creator of 'Everything Sucks!,' are among the distinguished alumni of this esteemed institution.

Awards and Recognitions: Mr. Leone's exceptional talent and outstanding contributions to the art of screenwriting have garnered him over 60 prestigious awards. His remarkable scripts have been officially selected by more than 300 film festivals and screenplay competitions worldwide, solidifying his reputation as a master storyteller.

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

FEEDBACK:
The Golden Script Competition (UK) - 2022: A story that explores the misfortunates and misadventures of a hapless hero is accessible to a wide audience. It’s a simple, yet effective concept, and sets up big expectations for what might come next.

Reno Tahoe Screenplay Contest (ScriptMatix) 2022: This film has elements of "Office Space" in its depiction of unlikely events happening to a white-collar working stiff.

From the analyst's subjective standpoint, the most appealing or significant aspects of What's the worst that can happen? are its tone. This film has a lighthearted comedic tone. It doesn't take itself too seriously and has fun doing so. It's broad without being brainless.

The story indicates a subject emphasis on "An ancient curse motif." Bob is cursed. He experiences a hilarious comedy of errors after receiving $6.66 change at 6:06 am on June 6th while at a donut shop This seemingly innocuous event turns his life upside down. Regarding his plot activity, Bob seems predominantly informed by the emergent ideals of the Member or Citizen. Bob is a normal guy whose life keeps turning for the worse. No matter what he does, he can't seem to avoid more pitfalls and losses. He tries to keep his head up, but even that doesn't help.

WHAT'S THE WORST THAT CAN HAPPEN? – currently selected in (21) Film Festival / Screenplay Competitions - receiving (2) Award Wins, (2) Honorable Mentions, (4) Finalist, (3) Semi-Finalist, (5) Quarterfinalist, and (5) Official Selections to date

AWARDS/RECOGNITION:

AWARD WINS:
*WRPN.tv Screenplay Competition - SILVER AWARD WINNER - September 2022
*Show-Low Film Festival - AWARD WINNER - October 2022

HONORABLE MENTION:
*Sunvale Screenplay Contest (HONORABLE MENTION) - January, 2023
*Wiki: The World's Fastest Screenplay Contest! (HONORABLE MENTION) - March 2022

FINALIST:
*International Screenwriting Competition (FINALIST) - January 2023
*Film fest LA @ la live (FINALIST) - May 2022
*Portland Screenplay Awards (FINALIST) - September 2022
*SoCal Film Awards (FINALIST) - July 2022

SEMI-FINALIST:
*Red Flight Pictures Screenplay Awards - (SEMI-FINALIST) - October 2022
*2022 Scriptation Showcase Script Competition - (SEMI-FINALIST) - October 2022
*Hollywood Just 4 Shorts Film and Screenplay Competition - (SEMI-FINALIST) - May 2022

QUARTERFINALIST:
*San Francisco International Screenwriting Competition (QUARTERFINALIST) - December 2022
*Miami Screenplay Awards (QUARTERFINALIST) - October 2022
*Creative World Awards (QUARTERFINALIST) - August 2022
*Mad Wife Productions Fellowship (QUARTERFINALIST) - July 2022
*Reno-Tahoe Screenplay Contest (QUARTERFINALIST) - May 2022

OFFICIAL SELECTION:
*Chandler International Film Festival (OFFICIAL SELECTION) - December 2023
*Austin Short Film Festival (OFFICIAL SELECTION) - November 2023
*Chicago Screenplay Awards (OFFICIAL SELECTION) - December 2022
*The Red River Script Competition (OFFICIAL SELECTION) -November 2022
*Lonely Seal International Film, Screenplay & Music Festival (OFFICIAL SELECTION) - July 2022

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