“Unraveling the Twisted Threads of Fate: A Deep Dive into the Enigmatic World of ‘Carousel'”
Have you ever caught yourself thinking about how the ordinary can feel painfully mundane—especially in movies? Today, we dive into the script Carousel, which seems to challenge that idea head-on. Written and directed by Rachel Lambert, this drama centers around a doctor navigating the tricky waters of post-divorce life while attempting to bridge the emotional gap with his anxiety-ridden teenage daughter. Sounds like a classic setup, right? But just how captivating can a plot be when it leans heavily on realism rather than the explosive drama we often crave? As we watch Noah’s story unfold in Cleveland—a place rich in character and culinary delights—we might just find ourselves asking: can the intricacies of everyday life make for compelling cinema? With the Logline Showdown deadline looming, this script offers not just a reflection on family dynamics but also a lesson in what it takes to keep viewers engaged. Let’s dig in! LEARN MORE
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Genre: Drama
Premise: A doctor coming off a divorce must learn to understand his anxiety-ridden teenage daughter while exploring a romance with an old flame.
About: This is the last script from the 2023 Black List that I was interested in reading. Screenwriter and director, Rachel Lambert, is best known for a film she made recently with Daisy Ridley titled, “Sometimes I Think About Dying.”
Writer: Rachel Lambert
Details: 116 pages
