Film + Screen

Risen

Screenwriter

An optioned feature-film project.

Case study

Case study

Project type
Screenwriter · Transmedia · World design
Dates
2011–2013
Location
Vancouver, Canada
01

The challenge

Create a grounded independent science-fiction epic about transhumanism, AI, networked consciousness, disability, spirituality, and social collapse without losing emotional accessibility.

02

The approach

The story anchors its technological and philosophical ideas in Jacob's personal transformation. His change is both miracle and threat, allowing the global stakes to emerge from character rather than exposition.

03

Outcome

Risen received screenplay grants from Telefilm Canada and SaskFilm and was optioned by Hulo Films.