EP. 1521: Screenwriter Alessandro Incalza (DIRE STREETS)
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LOGLINE: In the 1940s, prisoners — including infamous mob boss Joe Blunda — were released to defend America from Nazi spy attacks. What happened to them remains a chilling mystery: none were ever seen alive again.
Get to know the writer:
What is your screenplay about?
My screenplay tells a story that was circulating at the time — it captures society during the World War era and highlights an undeniable truth: Power is often manipulated by ruthless agendas.
What genres does your screenplay fall under?
The genre is historical thriller.
How would you describe this script in two words?
Dire Straits
How long have you been working on this screenplay?
So many, but especially Superman (1978). When I was a kid, I watched it over and over again. Same with the Lord of the Rings. I would go through phases where I’d obsessively rewatch certain films — the ones that gave me a sense of hope deep inside.
How many stories have you written?
I worked on this script casually in my spare time over the past three years. Yes — I believe a draft needs to sit and “mature” a bit before you lock in the final version.
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