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ACQUISITIONS
By Lisa Hopson

GENRE: Drama, Comedy
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In 1970s Philadelphia, a trailblazing African-American CEO fights for her freedom in a high-stakes courtroom dramedy after her silent partner’s botched attempt to protect their boutique publishing company from corporate predators and blackmail ends in murder. With flashbacks exposing satirical chaos and shady deals, the trial pits her against a determined prosecutor who claims her partner’s deadly scheme could only have been masterminded by her. A whirlwind blend of suspense, dark humor, and wild twists, in the vein of It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World and The Rat Race.

SYNOPSIS:

The courtroom drama/comedy begins as Naomi fights for her freedom while facing public scrutiny and the collapse of her business dreams. Flashbacks reveal the tangled web of corporate espionage, blackmail, and betrayal that led to this moment. In court, Naomi must contend not only with the prosecution’s case but also with her own moral dilemmas. Did she unknowingly encourage Jacob’s actions by pushing him too hard to protect their company? As witnesses testify and tensions rise, the trial becomes a spectacle of absurdity, with outlandish characters, eccentric lawyers, and laughable testimony highlighting the ridiculous lengths people will go for power and greed. Despite the chaos and humor, Naomi’s determination to clear her name remains steadfast. As the trial reaches its climax, she realizes that even if she’s acquitted, her reputation, business, and relationships may never be the same. The flashbacks bring clarity, revealing the absurdity of how they ended up in this farcical situation

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