Character Synopsis
The film will be produced with a photo-stylization technique that seamlessly blends live-action with CGI. In short, our photo processing eliminates the most expensive part of Animated Film Production: Character Animation – our live-action characters will be stylized to appear animated and, thus, we save the cost of having to produce CGI characters with perfect expression, fluidity and proportion.
JOSH SETRO (Avery Brooks) – “Fastbreak” MERC Crew Chief. He’s focused, calculating and a natural leader. He brought up Tyler Gaines from the Minor League Circuit and made him a champion with his philosophical approach to winning: “Winning is not settling for less.” His style is to inspire his pilots to trust themselves in taking chances, while he focuses on fine-tuning their choices. Josh is also a deal-maker, used to getting his way. He’s not above manipulation if he thinks it’s the right thing to do, but will never intentionally hurt anyone. As consequence, he’s seen and loved as a father figure.
TYLER GAINES – “Fastbreak” MERC Pilot & Male Love Interest. He’s talented, humble and revered by his fellow racers. However, he’s battling the demons of misplaced responsibility, which has shattered his former world and caused him to withdraw: not be “responsible”. On this note, the only quality he has that’s stronger than his self-doubt is his loyalty. Therefore, when his dear friend/mentor Josh Setro is in trouble, he responds without hesitation. He’s immediately attracted to Adrienne Faith, but does not act upon it – his self-doubt prevents him from initiating.
ADRIENNE FAITH – “Fastbreak” MERC Owner & Female Love Interest. She’s driven, savvy and an opportunist. She also suffers from loneliness (a desire to be one of the gang), which makes her unexpectedly sympathetic to those who are banished. This is what draws her to Tyler Gaines, especially when he demonstrates the courage to help Josh Setro. Her attraction to Tyler is based on earned respect, not sex appeal. This leads her to stand-up for Tyler’s reinstatement, despite her sponsor’s protest and the media’s confusion.
JOSH SETRO (Avery Brooks) – “Fastbreak” MERC Crew Chief. He’s focused, calculating and a natural leader. He brought up Tyler Gaines from the Minor League Circuit and made him a champion with his philosophical approach to winning: “Winning is not settling for less.” His style is to inspire his pilots to trust themselves in taking chances, while he focuses on fine-tuning their choices. Josh is also a deal-maker, used to getting his way. He’s not above manipulation if he thinks it’s the right thing to do, but will never intentionally hurt anyone. As consequence, he’s seen and loved as a father figure.
TYLER GAINES – “Fastbreak” MERC Pilot & Male Love Interest. He’s talented, humble and revered by his fellow racers. However, he’s battling the demons of misplaced responsibility, which has shattered his former world and caused him to withdraw: not be “responsible”. On this note, the only quality he has that’s stronger than his self-doubt is his loyalty. Therefore, when his dear friend/mentor Josh Setro is in trouble, he responds without hesitation. He’s immediately attracted to Adrienne Faith, but does not act upon it – his self-doubt prevents him from initiating.
ADRIENNE FAITH – “Fastbreak” MERC Owner & Female Love Interest. She’s driven, savvy and an opportunist. She also suffers from loneliness (a desire to be one of the gang), which makes her unexpectedly sympathetic to those who are banished. This is what draws her to Tyler Gaines, especially when he demonstrates the courage to help Josh Setro. Her attraction to Tyler is based on earned respect, not sex appeal. This leads her to stand-up for Tyler’s reinstatement, despite her sponsor’s protest and the media’s confusion.
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MICHAEL SINCLAIR – “Fastbreak” MERC Sponsor & CEO of Nascom Media Corp. He’s shrewd, commanding and a marketing visionary. He puts tremendous pressure on Faith, but also rewards well when her team wins.
CYRUS GOLDMAN – “Powerout” MERC Sponsor & CEO of SynthNet Media Corp. He’s corrupt, aggressive and shortsighted in the pursuit of ratings. He will go to any expense to sponsor reckless drivers.
LIA FORD – “Fastbreak” MERC Interim Pilot & former financee of Gaines’ younger brother, Joe. She’s ambitious, fearless, and thinks of Gaines as a brother, but suffers from a lack of instinctual talent as a racer.
LINC CONRAD – “Powerout” MERC Pilot & Gaines’ Nemesis. He’s shallow, greedy and dangerous on the track. He has a weakness for the night-life and beautiful ladies.
CYRUS GOLDMAN – “Powerout” MERC Sponsor & CEO of SynthNet Media Corp. He’s corrupt, aggressive and shortsighted in the pursuit of ratings. He will go to any expense to sponsor reckless drivers.
LIA FORD – “Fastbreak” MERC Interim Pilot & former financee of Gaines’ younger brother, Joe. She’s ambitious, fearless, and thinks of Gaines as a brother, but suffers from a lack of instinctual talent as a racer.
LINC CONRAD – “Powerout” MERC Pilot & Gaines’ Nemesis. He’s shallow, greedy and dangerous on the track. He has a weakness for the night-life and beautiful ladies.
posted by Chris Fure, VP Development @ 12:30 PM
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