A TORIC FILMS PRODUCTION
LOGLINE
A small-town sheriff’s desperate search for her missing daughter collides with the unraveling plans of a fugitive couple, forcing her to confront the darkest corners of her community and herself.
SYNOPSIS
When Sheriff Frances Payton's teenage daughter Ana goes missing after a night out, the small town of Bowling Green is thrust into turmoil. While the community organizes search parties, Frances uncovers secrets about her daughter’s life and the town's shadowy underbelly. Simultaneously, fugitive couple Job and Lily stumble into the same area, hiding out after a botched heist. As Frances races against time to find Ana, the lives of these seemingly unconnected individuals converge in a harrowing showdown that tests the limits of justice, morality, and survival.
ABOVE THE LINE
Writers: Brian Frank Visciglia, Ojan Missaghi & Mike Manning
Director: Ojan Missaghi
Producers: Ojan Missaghi & David Wachs
Genre: Crime | Thriller | Suspense
CHARACTERS
The photos of characters below are part of a visual mood board and represent the looks we are aiming for in casting.
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SHERIFF FRANCIS PAYTON
Sheriff Francis Payton is a seasoned law enforcement officer 50s, embodying both strength and vulnerability. Tough yet compassionate, she navigates the complexities of a small-town community while leading the desperate search for her missing daughter. With a steady composure on the surface, underneath lies deep emotional turmoil, as she struggles to balance the heavy responsibilities of her role with the personal anguish of a parent in crisis.
LILY BISHOP
Tough and pragmatic, Lily is Job's partner in crime and life. She’s fiercely loyal and unflinchingly practical, with a grunge edge that masks her vulnerability. Together, they face the world with a sense of adventure, even in the face of danger.
JOB BISHOP
A rugged, resourceful drifter with a rebellious streak. Loyal to a fault, he's driven by survival instincts and a deep bond with Lily, always ready to take risks despite the moral grayness of his actions.
ANA PAYTON
The sheriff’s daughter, an innocent victim caught in a terrifying situation. She’s emotionally vulnerable, frightened, and trying to endure the horror of her abduction, relying on hope for survival as she faces the sadistic mind of her captor.
SAMUEL WHITAKER
A calculating and methodical serial killer who hides behind a quiet, unassuming exterior. Cold and detached, he takes pleasure in the control he exerts over his victims, masking his sinister nature with a veneer of normalcy.
FATHER THOMAS
A compassionate and steadfast priest in the small town, Father Thomas offers spiritual guidance to the community. He serves as a calming presence, often the moral compass during times of crisis.
JIMMY
Ana’s recent ex-boyfriend, Jimmy is defensive and hot-headed, which makes him a suspect in her disappearance. His bravado masks a deep concern for Ana, though his poor decisions often land him in trouble.
TAMMY
Ana's best friend, carefree and impulsive, often making reckless decisions. Though her intentions are mostly good, her actions sometimes put others in risky situations. She struggles with guilt over Ana's disappearance.
SHERIFF JACKSON
A seasoned and no-nonsense sheriff from the neighboring town, Jackson is reliable and methodical. He respects Sheriff Payton and is committed to aiding her in the search for Ana, providing calm leadership in a crisis.
DEPUTY MARTIN
Sheriff Payton’s right-hand officer, Martin is dependable, empathetic, and dedicated to the case. Though young and somewhat inexperienced, he’s willing to go the extra mile, providing crucial support throughout the investigation.
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