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FAME - SOME DIE OF CURIOSITY
By Daniel Vossen
Vincent Hawke, a manic, self-proclaimed film genius, is consumed by his obsession with art and the pursuit of fame. As he tries to create a masterpiece, his chaotic descent into madness drags his team down with him, leading to a collision of creativity and destruction.
SYNOPSIS:
In the harsh world of indie filmmaking and power games, Vincent Hawke, an obsessive, genius
director, is consumed by his own vision of creating a masterpiece that will make him immortal in
film history. However, his uncompromising commitment to his art leads him further away from
reality and into a destructive path.
Vincent meets screenwriter Roger B. Daves at a meeting with a film producer. Vincent sees his
chance to direct a film based on the last work of a once-legendary but now aging author. With the
script by Roger B. Daves, he attempts to enlist Jeffrey Hancock, who secretly produces
pornographic films for political elites and uses his daughter Tina as the main character in his
productions, as an executive producer to fund Daves. Jeffrey recognizes Vincent as the artistic
genius he has always sought but never achieved. Despite his admiration for Vincent’s raw talent,
Jeffrey remains cautious about the chaos and madness surrounding him. Nevertheless, he agrees to
collaborate, using his power and connections to bring the project to life.
The two men enter an unequal partnership, driven by ambition and a shared belief in the power of
art. However, as Vincent gets closer to his goal, their collaboration begins to crumble. The
consequences of Vincent’s actions become darker, and the line between art and destruction becomes
increasingly blurred. Meanwhile, Tina Hancock, the object of political desire and Jeffrey’s
daughter, becomes trapped between the manipulative forces of her father and Vincent’s distorted
vision, becoming a pawn in a dangerous game of power, manipulation, and artistic freedom.
Claire Fontaine, an actress discovered by Vincent for a role, is the only one who seems to see
Vincent’s humanity behind the camera. But the closer she gets to him, the higher the price she must
pay for her proximity to him.
In the end, the film explores the high price of genius and the sacrifices made for fame and artistic
immortality. With betrayal, obsession, and personal demons at the forefront, Vincent’s journey is
one of both creation and destruction.
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Daniel Vossen, your logline paints a vivid portrait of a flawed but fascinating protagonist with high emotional stakes and a clear internal descent. Vincent Hawke’s manic pursuit of fame and artistic greatness offers a compelling character study, especially as his ambition spirals into madness. The logline hints at an intense, possibly darkly comedic or psychological drama with a strong thematic core around the cost of creative obsession. To strengthen it, you might consider including a clearer external conflict or hint at what specific consequences arise from his breakdown: what’s at risk beyond his mental state? That added tension would sharpen the hook and further elevate the premise.
Hi Ashley,
Thank you for your valuable feedback and insightful analysis of my logline. I appreciate your suggestion to strengthen the outer conflict and consequences. In fact, the outer conflicts that Vincent faces with Roger B. Daves, Claire Fontaine, Jeffrey Hancock, and Lance Armstrong are already a central part of the screenplay, and how these conflicts affect his downfall is a key element of the story for me.
Since you haven’t read the screenplay yet, I would be happy to offer to send it to you so you can better understand the detailed development of these conflicts and the consequences of Vincent's actions within the context of the whole story. I’m confident that by reading the full script, you’ll gain a clearer picture of how the outer conflicts are integrated into the psychological depth of the narrative.
Additionally, I wanted to mention that the character of Vincent was actually inspired by the legendary actor Klaus Kinski, whose intense, unpredictable performances shaped how I envisioned Vincent’s complex and troubled persona.
Let me know if you’d be interested in reading the screenplay, and I’ll be happy to send it over.
Thanks again for your feedback!
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Hi Daniel! Great logline, but, I suggest rewording it. Here's an example: A manic, self-proclaimed film genius, consumed by his obsession of art and fame, embarks on a dark path after he tries to create his magnum opus.
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Thank you for the suggestion! I really appreciate your input. Your version is concise and does a great job of focusing on Vincent's internal conflict, which is a powerful aspect of the story. It really highlights his obsession and the dark path he embarks on.
That said, I feel the original logline offers a bit more context regarding the influence Vincent has on those around him. While his team isn't chaotic, Vincent himself is a force of chaos, and his descent into madness drags the people around him into that turmoil. This dynamic is crucial to understanding how Vincent’s actions affect the people he works with and how his personal breakdown influences the narrative.
I think both versions have their merits — your version does an excellent job of capturing the psychological core of Vincent’s character, while the original logline emphasizes how his madness impacts the people in his life.
Thanks again for your feedback, and I’ll definitely keep your suggestion in mind!