EMMA & JACK
Project Overview
Logline / Summary for “Emma and Jack”:
(Pilot)
On a stormy night in the city of Baywood, a chance encounter between estranged siblings unearths buried pain, family secrets, and a desperate plea for help. EMMA, a guarded and independent young woman, is confronted by her troubled brother JACK—fresh out of the shadows and entangled in a deadly mess. What begins as a simple conversation over tea quickly spirals into a tense emotional standoff, where guilt, forgiveness, and survival hang in the balance.
“Emma and Jack" is a grounded, dialogue-driven drama about the fragile threads that bind family—how far we’re willing to go for blood, and how deep the wounds can run when trust is broken. With sharp tension and raw emotion, this short is a gripping, character-centric exploration of redemption and consequence.
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Personality:
- Strong-willed and emotionally resilient
- Grounded and responsible
- Compassionate (gives money to the homeless)
- Guarded, especially around Jack
- Carries emotional scars and grief
Voice Characteristics:
- Calm, mature, and slightly weary
- A medium pitch with a confident, assertive tone
- Occasional emotional cracks when discussing family, hinting at pain beneath composure
Ideal Voice Actor Style:
Someone like Emily Blunt or Rosario Dawson—able to balance strength, warmth, and suppressed vulnerability.
(Annoyed) I feel like I’m wasting my time here.
She's in the hospital. Not that it matters to you.
(Takes in deep breath and releases) What, Jack? What are we talking about?
Jack (23)
Personality:
- Charismatic but manipulative
- Desperate and emotionally complex
- Troubled past (drugs, crime) but trying to change
- Naive and reckless, but possibly sincere underneath
Voice Characteristics:
- Young, slightly raspy, with a persuasive edge
- Shows vulnerability behind a casual or joking facade
- Dynamic range—can swing from charming to anxious to desperate
Ideal Voice Actor Style:
Someone like Aaron Taylor-Johnson or Rami Malek—a textured, emotive voice that can carry charm and chaos.
I admit it. I was foolish, young, stupid - naive even. But I do need your help.
(Hesitant to say it) So, I was hoping you could help your brother out. I'm a bit tight on the cash department right now.
Alright. I can see you have become a busy woman. Places to be and all that. Why don't we grab some tea (Gestures to the door) ,while we catch up? Surely it'll be way easier for us to talk without the cloggy noise from rain drops hitting the floor.
Waiter
Personality:
- Briefly appears, neutral, matter-of-fact, mildly annoyed
Voice Characteristics:
- Monotone or dry delivery, a touch of sarcasm or fatigue
Ideal Voice Actor Style:
A short utility role—someone with dry wit, like Jason Mantzoukas toned down.
Sorry, but we're about to close.
It's a café, sir. You can sit yourselves down
Homeless Man (45)
Personality:
- Grateful, humble, warm-hearted despite his situation
Voice Characteristics:
- Weathered, gravelly, older-sounding voice
- Gentle tone with a humble cadence
Ideal Voice Actor Style:
A small cameo role—someone like Keith David or Clancy Brown in a softer tone.
Minor character
(Come up with your own lines)
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