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LAND ANGELS
By Lauren Hackney
After her husband’s unexpected heart attack, a young grieving mother maintains the household while navigating the strained relationship with his controlling mother and sister during his recovery – guided by an unexpected guardian angel.
SYNOPSIS:
Anna thought she had it all: a warm suburban home, two lively children, and a devoted husband, Marc, thriving in his career. But when Marc collapses from a sudden, near-fatal heart attack, her world tilts off its axis. Forced into the dual role of caretaker and breadwinner, Anna scrambles to juggle late-night ER visits, the relentless demands of her mother-in-law and Marc’s perfectionist sister, and the mounting medical bills that threaten to swallow their stability.
Amid the chaos, her loyal dog, Zelda, transforms from household pet into a steadfast confidant, sensing when Anna’s spirit falters and offering comfort when human voices fail. As Anna fights to restore Marc’s health, she discovers untapped reserves of strength, resilience, and love - and learns that true family isn’t just blood, but the bonds we forge in our darkest hours. Land Angels is a heartfelt, contemporary drama about a woman’s journey through crisis, the fragile beauty of everyday grace, and the unexpected heroes who carry us through.
LAND ANGELS
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Lauren Hackney your logline offers an emotionally rich premise with themes of grief, resilience, and healing. The setup of a woman caught between mourning and caretaking immediately invites empathy, and the addition of an “unexpected guardian angel” adds a touch of spiritual or magical realism that could give the story a unique emotional lift. To strengthen it further, consider tightening the structure. Some of the language is a bit repetitive (“grieving mother” and “loss and love,” “healing” and “unraveling”). You might also hint at how the guardian angel influences the story: does it change the course of events or offer inner guidance? A bit more specificity will help the logline feel more dynamic while retaining its heartfelt tone.
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Oh wow! Thank you Ashley Renee Smith for taking the time to read my logline and give such a detailed response. Everyone in this industry is very busy so any time spent reading my work is appreciated. I will go back and re-work this after reading your feedback. I am so grateful for your time today.
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Love this Lauren Hackney. Thanks for writing from your trials and hardships - it shows they were not wasted. This is obviously going to be an honest source of hope and encouragement for others.
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Thank you Leonardo Ramirez 2 I'm sorry to be responding late to your rating and comment. I appreciate your kind and encouraging words.
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You're very welcome Lauren Hackney.
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Hi Lauren Hackney. You have a strong creative story, but I think your logline must be improved to catch the attention. I am not a logline expert, but you can ask Maurice for help. He’s very good on it! Go go go
Thank you - I do agree... loglines aren't my strong suit! I'll go ask the pro - the wonderful Maurice!
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