Beyond The Veil
Original Short Screenplay · Horror
Written by Amanda Pimenta
Logline
When a young paranormal investigator encounters visions of her deceased mother inside an abandoned estate, she and her skeptical friend must uncover the house’s secrets before its haunting draws them further in.
Summary
Samantha and Billie arrive at an abandoned estate for a paranormal investigation. For Samantha, who lost her mother as a child, the search becomes personal when her mother begins appearing inside the house. As the friends investigate the estate’s tragic history, Samantha’s need for answers draws her closer to a presence neither of them understands.
The Characters
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Samantha
A paranormal investigator in her early twenties, Samantha hopes to find closure after losing her mother as a child. Visions inside the estate turn that hope into a reason to keep searching, even as the danger grows.
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Billie
Samantha’s skeptical, lighthearted friend provides a practical counterpoint to her belief in the paranormal. Despite her doubts, Billie stays beside Samantha as the investigation becomes increasingly personal.
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Patricia
As executor of the will, Patricia oversees matters concerning the estate. Her composed manner conceals the strain of that responsibility and the tragedy surrounding the property.
The Location
An abandoned estate surrounded by overgrown grounds. Its grand entrance and deteriorating rooms hold traces of the family who once lived there.
**Character and location photos are AI generated from ChatGPT 4o as of May 22, 2024
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