Toxic Rage Page #11

Synopsis: In the shadow of a toxic disaster, one man's anger ignites a firestorm of defiance. In a small town tainted by a toxic train derailment, Big Joey Cassidy's life takes an ominous turn. Once a sergeant in the army and a pro wrestler, he now fights a different battle—one against apathy and corruption. When his family falls victim to the hazardous aftermath, Joey's rage becomes a force to be reckoned with. The toxic air and water have stolen their health, but they won't let it take their hope. As the town's cries for justice are silenced by bureaucracy, Big Joey steps into the spotlight, determined to make the culprits pay. From the sinister government agencies to the faceless corporate villains, he unleashes his fury, ready to tear down the walls of indifference. In this pulse-pounding political thriller, he fights for more than his family; he fights for the voiceless, the forgotten, and the betrayed. As the stakes escalate, Joey's journey becomes a battle of wills, a clash between an or
Genre: Thriller
Original Story by: Ted Lazaris
Year:
2023
249 Views


MARK:

The war is not over, but this battle... this one's for Mia.

JOEY:

(holding a picture of MIA)

And for anyone else who was caught in their web of lies.

ERIC:

(looking at his rescued sister, who's now safe in the room)

Thank you.

JOEY:

We’re not thanking anyone until every last one of them pays for what they’ve done.

They nod, united in their quest for justice.

FADE OUT:

INT. JILL'S CHILDHOOD BEDROOM - DAY

JILL walks into the room, cluttered with BOBBY's (her son, 6) toys and JOEY is unpacking bags. The room is a mix of faded glory and current chaos.

JILL:

(muttering to herself)

F***ing unbelievable.

BOBBY plays on the floor, lost in his world of plastic trucks. JILL watches him, her eyes heavy with worry.

JOEY:

(struggling with a duffel bag zipper)

This damned zipper.

JILL's eyes meet JOEY's, clouded with anxiety.

INT. JILL'S CHILDHOOD HOME - LIVING ROOM - DAY

The intrusive sounds of a news channel spill from the TV.

TV NEWS ANCHOR:

(O.S.)

Senator Grayson has been exonerated of all charges…

JOEY:

Can't escape that bastard, can we?

INT. JILL'S CHILDHOOD BEDROOM - DAY

JILL's phone BUZZES. She picks it up and her face turns white.

JILL:

That son of a b*tch.

JOEY snatches the phone and HURLS it against the wall. The screen SHATTERS.

JOEY:

F***ing corrupt courts!

INT. JILL'S CHILDHOOD BEDROOM - DAY

BOBBY looks up, innocent and confused.

BOBBY:

Are you and Daddy yelling 'cause of me?

JILL kneels and hugs him tightly.

JILL:

No, sweetheart. Never because of you.

The door BURSTS open. It's RICHARD (JILL's dad, 60s), his face flushed and eyes wide.

RICHARD:

That Grayson prick is getting away with it! You guys are still in danger!

INT. JILL'S CHILDHOOD BEDROOM - DAY

JOEY abruptly stands up, his fists CLINCHED. A newfound determination ignites in JILL's eyes.

JOEY:

F*** this. We're not going down without a fight.

JILL:

Let's expose the bastard. Let's bring Grayson down.

INT. JILL & JOEY'S UNDERGROUND HACKER LAIR - NIGHT

An array of computers and hacking equipment. JILL and JOEY are on separate computers, typing away.

JOEY:

I'm in. Accessing Grayson's emails.

JILL hacks into a SECURITY CAMERA feed, showing SENATOR GRAYSON (50s, slick and corrupt) at his office, celebrating.

JILL:

Got a feed to Grayson's office. He's toasting champagne, the prick.

INT. SENATOR GRAYSON'S OFFICE - NIGHT

SENATOR GRAYSON sits at his desk. His computer SCREEN FLICKERS. Text appears: "We know what you did. The world will know too."

GRAYSON:

(panicked)

What the hell?

INT. JILL & JOEY'S UNDERGROUND HACKER LAIR - NIGHT

JILL hits a key and a wave of incriminating files begins UPLOADING to the cloud.

JILL:

I've uploaded everything. In three... two... one... and we're live.

INT. VARIOUS LOCATIONS - NIGHT

A MONTAGE of PEOPLE gasping, reading their phones, as news alerts about SENATOR GRAYSON's corruption spread.

INT. JILL'S CHILDHOOD BEDROOM - DAY

JILL, JOEY, BOBBY, and RICHARD watch the TV. The news shows SENATOR GRAYSON being arrested.

TV NEWS ANCHOR:

Senator Grayson has been arrested following a massive leak of incriminating documents...

RICHARD:

You did it!

JOEY pulls JILL close, their eyes meeting.

JOEY:

We're in this together.

They embrace, knowing the storm isn't over, but for the first time, they're the ones controlling the wind.

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Ted Lazaris

Ted Lazaris is a celebrated Writer, Producer, and Director, currently managed by the Film Co-Operative. As the author of the highly successful DragonMan series, he has penned a total of 18 best-selling novels which led him to earn the title of a #1 Amazon Best-Selling American Author. Lazaris’ impressive repertoire in the film industry includes many writer, producer, and director credits, notably his work on the forthcoming “DragonMan: The Adventures Of Luke Starr,” which is presently in pre-production. Despite his lifelong struggle with dyslexia, Lazaris has proven that no obstacle is too great to overcome. The learning disability posed challenges in reading, writing, and spelling throughout his school years and persists to this day. However, instead of being deterred by this condition, Lazaris adopted a step-by-step approach to his goals, never losing sight of the smaller tasks at hand for the overwhelming enormity of the bigger picture. In his journey, Lazaris achieved the extraordinary feat of debuting his book, “DragonMan: Face Of The Unknown,” at NUMBER #1 on AMAZON KINDLE, triumphing over established authors like David Baldacci and James Patterson. This accomplishment highlights Lazaris’ tenacity and talent, displaying his knack for captivating storytelling. In addition to being an accomplished author, Lazaris is also a respected screenwriter, motion picture producer, songwriter, and director under his banner, DragonMan Productions. His exceptional contributions to literature and the film industry garnered a Letter of Commendation from former First Lady Laura Bush. His screenwriting credits encompass seven screenplays, all adapted from his published novels of the same names. The DragonMan series is based on these original characters and stories, bringing to life the immersive universe created by Lazaris. He is currently managed by Nuala Quinn Barton, the CEO of Mania Entertainment, and President of The Film Co-Operative, who has aided in the development and expansion of his illustrious career. Ted Lazaris’ inspiring story and immense success in the face of adversity demonstrate his enduring determination and creativity. His contributions to the literary and film industry continue to captivate and inspire audiences worldwide. more…

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