LENGTH

Spec Short Screenplay

GENRES

Romance / Comedy

LOGLINE

Two awkward souls find each other amidst a chaotic dinner party, discovering that being themselves is the key to fitting in.

COMPAIRABLES

STORY AND SCREENPLAY BY

Judah Ray

PITCH

The Trials and Tribulations of Awkward People is a quirky, heartwarming comedy that captures the beautifully messy moments of social missteps and personal growth. It’s a film that reminds us all that, in a world where it seems like everyone else has it together, the most authentic connections are often found in our awkwardness.

At the center of this story are James, a shy yet playful man, and Sarah, an introverted mischief-maker, who both find themselves at an eccentric dinner party. While the other guests are effortlessly navigating their interactions, James and Sarah stumble through one awkward moment after another. James, with his over-the-top discussions about cats plotting world domination, and Sarah, with her dress mishap and clumsy conversations, both make unintentional spectacles of themselves.

But through their misadventures, they begin to bond, recognizing that their awkwardness is what makes them unique. Over the course of the evening, they find solace in their shared discomfort and come to realize that embracing their quirks—and each other—is the key to fitting in. The Trials and Tribulations of Awkward People is a celebration of the socially awkward, the misfits, and the beauty of being yourself in a world that often demands perfection.

The screenplay offers a comedic yet poignant look at what it means to navigate social anxiety, self-acceptance, and human connection. With the tone of films like The Way Way Back and Little Miss Sunshine, this is a story that will resonate with anyone who’s ever felt out of place, but also with those who believe that sometimes the best friendships and love stories begin when we stop trying to be anything other than our true selves.

STATUS

Available for option.

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