Question

If you were pitching "The Monkey's Paw" and The Sun for the first time to a publisher or to a film producer, how would you do it? Write your pitch of "The Monkey's Paw" in a one sentence synopsis and your pitch of The Sun in a synopsis of one paragraph.

Answer 1

Pitch for "The Monkey's Paw": In this chilling short story, a family's wish for money leads to tragic consequences when they acquire a mystical monkey's paw that grants them three wishes, but at a terrible cost.

Pitch for "The Sun": This poignant and heart-wrenching film follows the life of a young boy living in poverty in a small village in Senegal, who dreams of becoming a professional football player and escaping the cycle of poverty and despair that surrounds him. Through his determination, resilience, and the support of his community, he fights against the odds to make his dreams a reality, proving that hope can shine through even in the darkest of places. With stunning cinematography, a powerful soundtrack, and outstanding performances by an all-African cast, "The Sun" is a must-see film that will inspire and move audiences around the world.

Answer 2

Pitch for "The Monkey's Paw":

"The Monkey's Paw" is a haunting tale of a family who is granted three wishes by a cursed monkey's paw, leading to disastrous consequences that challenge the limits of fate and free will.

Pitch for The Sun:

The Sun is a gripping story of a journalist's pursuit of truth and justice in uncovering the corruption and cover-up behind a fatal explosion at a nuclear power plant, while navigating the complexities of personal and professional relationships in a high-pressure newsroom.