The Desolate Rose
Feature Screenplay, 118 pages
Adventure, Horror
Posted by Anthoney Andersen
Written by Anthoney J. Andersen
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After a flesh-eating virus turns humanity into ravenous, muderous creatures, a twenty-something woman named Rose Daughtry treks across a post-apocalyptic America, trying to find the last shred of civilization.
ApocalypticCharacter DrivenHigh ConceptLove StoryThrillerViolenceTime Period: Near FutureStory Location: USASpecial Effects: Extensive SFXTarget Audience: Adult
In a world where the bonds of civilization have been shattered by a virulent virus that transforms ordinary humans into relentless, flesh-eating predators, hope seems like a forgotten myth—until we meet Rose Daughtry, an unforgiving yet tender soul navigating a hostile environment defined by decay, despair, and the ever-present threat of violence.
Rose is not a typical heroine. Scarred by her past and embittered by loss, she carries the weight of her own failures while seeking a precious relic that was stolen from her. Her journey takes her from the crumbling ruins of once-bustling cities to eerie, abandoned highways and to the backwoods of rural America.
The narrative of The Desolate Rose is a visceral odyssey of survival and redemption. As Rose battles ravenous hordes and treacherous human adversaries alike, she learns that the true enemy is not just the monstrous virus but the darkness that gnaws at the human soul. Along the way, she encounters rugged survivalists, compassionate outcasts, and morally complex leaders, each presenting her with choices that force her to question not only what it means to be human, but also who she wants to become.
At its heart, The Desolate Rose is an allegory about resilience—how the human spirit, like a rose pushing through concrete, can flourish even in the bleakest conditions. This screenplay isn’t just a nerve-wracking thriller of survival; it is a moving exploration of redemption, the search for meaning in a shattered world, and the timeless struggle to rebuild not only society but also oneself.
In a post-apocalyptic world where the line between monster and man is blurred, Rose Daughtry stands as a beacon of hope—a reminder that from the depths of suffering, beauty and humanity can blossom anew. The Desolate Rose invites audiences to witness an epic tale of endurance, transformation, and the enduring power of hope that resonates long after the credits roll.
