an original feature script by mitchell hura
metamorphosis.
FOR CONSIDERTION FOR
FILM FESTIVALS
2025
IN ADDITION TO THE MASTERS OF ARTS DEGREE IN MEDIA STUDIES & PRODUCTION
SYNOPSIS
metamorphosis. follows Theo, a young gay man living in Philadelphia, as he reflects on his life struggles in his therapy session with his therapist - Dr. Rozz. Through their conversation, Theo opens up about the struggles he’s faced with his sexuality, at times feeling alienated not only in a heteronormative world, but even within the LGBTQ+ community. Embracing his vulnerability as he opens up about both low and high moments in his life, Theo explores the obstacles in a world often unwelcoming to gay men. In navigating the challenges of young gay adult life - including homophobia, low self-esteem, alcohol and drug abuse, and sexual violence - metamorphosis. underscores the importance of the need to embrace the full spectrum of the human experience.
Image: Thomas Wick as Theo and Helen Van Vooren as Dr. Rozz for a proof of concept scene.
FILM BUDGET
As an independent film, metamorphosis. is pursuant on scouting the best talent to tell this raw story, while understanding the challenge that funding such an endeavor entails. As a result, metamorphosis. will depend on the assistance of the fellow community of filmmakers and film lovers alike, future collaborators, and potential investors whom see the value in sharing the message with vulnerable stories like these. Additionally, the metamorphosis. team will be applying to filmmaking grants to offset some of the production costs as much as possible.
The following is a prospective item-line budget breakdown for metamorphosis.:
FILM BUDGET CON'T.
FILM BUDGET CON'T.
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PROOF OF CONCEPT
CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS
In this section, I will provide character breakdowns for the cast of metamorphosis., including Theo, Dr. Rozz, and other supporting cast, additionally sharing the age range, ethnicities, and required media for the characters.
Image: Thomas Wick as Theo
Image: Helen Van Vooren as Dr. Rozz
MA MSP Final
Project Paper
metamorphosis. is additionally supported by academic research that assesses topics like internalized versus institutional homophobia, heterosexual socialization, alcohol and substance abuse, and domestic violence within the LGBTQ+ community. Please click the icon below to download my Master's paper.
Director & Cat Bios
