“DEAD TIRED”

Summary

"DEAD TIRED" is an erotic thriller screenplay by Sherry McGuinn about a lifelong insomniac who discovers that committing murder leads to restful sleep.

Abstract

The original screenplay "DEAD TIRED," penned by Sherry McGuinn, is a female-driven thriller with erotic elements. The narrative follows an insomniac who stumbles upon a macabre solution to their sleep deprivation: murder. The story unfolds in a section titled "Part 1: Shit Happens," suggesting a darkly comedic or ironic twist to the protagonist's predicament. McGuinn's work is illustrated with several images, hinting at a visually compelling script. The logline teases the central premise with a hook that combines the search for sleep with the thrill of a kill. McGuinn, an award-winning screenwriter, is actively pitching "DEAD TIRED" alongside her other work, "The Month We Fell Apart," and invites readers to explore her writing and subscribe to her newsletter for more of her unique storytelling.

Opinions

Sherry McGuinn is positioned as a writer with a slightly twisted narrative style, indicating her stories may cater to audiences seeking unconventional and darker themes.
The author's self-promotion suggests confidence in the quality and appeal of her work, as she encourages readers to engage with her other stories and Medium membership.
The inclusion of a membership link and a newsletter sign-up implies that McGuinn values reader support and community building within her fanbase.
The use of provocative language like "killer night’s sleep" and "ass-kicking thriller" in the description of "DEAD TIRED" indicates an edgy and bold approach to storytelling.
The screenplay is described as "female-driven," emphasizing strong female characters and possibly a feminist perspective within the thriller genre.

To be continued.

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Sherry McGuinn is a slightly-twisted, longtime Chicago-area writer and award-winning screenwriter. She is currently pitching her newest screenplay, “The Month We Fell Apart,” a drama with dark, comedic overtones and inspired by a true story, as well as “DEAD TIRED,” a female-driven, ass-kicking thriller.

ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY

“DEAD TIRED”

Part 1: Shit Happens

“DEAD TIRED” is a female-driven, erotic thriller written by Sherry McGuinn. Copyright 2019

To be continued.