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MANA OF THE DEEP

MANA OF THE DEEP
By Dwayne Williams

GENRE: Thriller, Horror
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After an orca is accidentally slain during a sacred voyage, a newly appointed Aztec leader must guide his canoe fleet across open seas—hunted by a vengeful pod and driven toward a cursed island where ancient forces awaken to test his leadership, honor, and legacy.

Sydney S

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Art Arutyunyan

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Art Arutyunyan

This sounds super-fun Dwayne Williams !!!

Dwayne Williams

Art Arutyunyan Thank you so much! I’m really excited about this one — blending ancient myth with primal survival has been such a wild creative ride. Appreciate the love!

Marcos Fizzotti

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Danny Range

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Maurice Vaughan

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Maurice Vaughan

Unique concept, Dwayne Williams! I don't think I've seen a movie that has an orca as the antagonist. I think your logline would be stronger if you spotlighted the protagonist (with an adjective) among the fleet.

John Snell

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Dwayne Williams

Thank you Maurice Vaughan! I really appreciate your suggestion, and I’ve made the adjustment to the logline to highlight the protagonist with an adjective among the fleet. Your input has been incredibly helpful.

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, @Dwayne. I think your logline is solid now.

Lori Jones

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Robin Gregory

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Jerry Landry

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Ashley Renee Smith

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Ashley Renee Smith

Dwayne Williams your logline is vivid, cinematic, and culturally rich. The inclusion of a “cursed shore” adds an extra layer of danger and mystery, while the protagonist’s status as a young, newly appointed leader creates a compelling character arc. To make the logline even more powerful, you might clarify what’s at stake beyond survival: honor, leadership, redemption? But overall, this is a standout concept with strong visual and emotional appeal. Good job!

Dwayne Williams

Ashley Renee Smith I really appreciate your feedback—it was super insightful! Based on your suggestions, I’ve refined my logline to highlight leadership, honor, and legacy more clearly:

After an orca is accidentally slain during a sacred voyage, a newly appointed Aztec leader must guide his canoe fleet across open seas—hunted by a vengeful pod and driven toward a cursed island where ancient forces awaken to test his leadership, honor, and legacy.

Would love to hear your thoughts on this update. Do you think it strengthens the stakes and clarity for a better rating?

Abdusamad Shafiev

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James Fleming

Hey - I'm liking the concept, but I think your log line is trying to be for 2 movies.

Pick one.

After an orca is accidentally slain during a sea crossing, a newly appointed Aztec leader must guide his canoe fleet to safety to avoid a vengeful pod of killer whales.

or

A newly appointed Aztec leader must guide his canoe fleet to a cursed island where ancient forces awaken to test his leadership, honor, and legacy.

James Fleming

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