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MIND OVER MATTER

MIND OVER MATTER
By Thomas McShane

GENRE: Thriller
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A Story Inspired by True Events.  A brilliant young man with a severe disability builds a criminal empire in Glasgow Scotland. Still, when a near-fatal attack leaves him fighting for his life, he must choose between the power he's achieved and the chance for redemption.

SYNOPSIS:

Danny McAllister, a 23-year-old with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Type 2, has defied all odds to become one of Glasgow's most powerful and feared criminal masterminds. Using his exceptional intellect and strategic thinking to compensate for his physical limitations, Danny has built a sophisticated, tech-driven empire that controls much of the city's underworld.

However, Danny's world is shattered when he's shot in his own home, leaving him fighting for his life. As he recovers, he must confront the consequences of his choices and the enemies he's made. The attack forces Danny to reevaluate his life and the relationships around him, particularly with Sofia, his dedicated caregiver, and Emma, a nurse from his past who reenters his life.

As Danny navigates the treacherous waters of betrayal, loyalty, and redemption, he finds himself torn between the allure of his criminal empire and the possibility of a different life. With the police closing in and rivals sensing weakness, Danny must use all his wit and resourcefulness to survive and decide what truly matters to him.

Setting: Glasgow, Scotland (present day with flashbacks to the 1990s and early 2000s)

Genre: Crime Drama/Thriller

Tone: Gritty and intense, with moments of dark humor and unexpected tenderness. The film explores themes of disability, power, loyalty, and the human capacity for both cruelty and compassion.

Key Characters:

  • Danny McAllister: A brilliant young man with SMA, who has built a criminal empire from his wheelchair.
  • Sofia: Danny's dedicated caregiver, who becomes entangled in his world.
  • Emma: A nurse from Danny's past, who reenters his life and offers a chance at redemption.
  • The Bull: Danny's loyal right-hand man and enforcer.
  • Charles: Danny's former mentor turned rival in the criminal underworld.

Unique Selling Points:

  • A fresh take on the crime genre, featuring a physically disabled protagonist who uses his intellect to overcome challenges.
  • Authentic portrayal of life with a disability, while subverting expectations and stereotypes.
  • Complex exploration of morality and power in the criminal underworld.
  • Visually striking representation of Glasgow's urban landscape and underworld.

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