David M Troop began writing short screenplays in 2011. Since then, he has written approximately fifty shorts for numerous online writing websites including , , and . His work can also be found on Shootin’ the Shorts, a blog featuring premium short scripts, on the website.
Several of his scripts have been produced including “Insomniac,” “The Diner,” and “Sex and Violins.” His 2013 short “Naughty” is currently in pre-production.
Although still writing short screenplays, David has begun work on two feature length screenplays - the criminal thriller “Insomniac,” and “Hell's Bells” a zombie horror film.
David and his wife Jodi live in Schuylkill Haven, PA with their two lazy dogs Max and Mattie.
Unique traits: Short scripts available upon request. Available for hire for new story ideas, rewrites and adaptations. Can be reached at dtroop506@gmail.com
High Demand Comedy An awkward girl scout employs the help of her older, stoner brother to beat her arch nemesis in a cookie-selling contest.
Joan's Lesbo Adventure Budget: $0 - $100K | Romance ⋄ Comedy When a timid office worker breaks up with her abusive boyfriend and moves in with her boisterous lesbian co-worker, she faces life-changing choices when a strong romantic attraction develops.
Cape May Budget: $100K - $1M | Independent ⋄ Comedy When a crusty, middle-aged Midwesterner inherits a B & B in Cape May, he finds, in his struggle to adapt to a life by the sea, a new perspective on life.
Allison's Birthday Drama A middle-aged couple remember their daughter's childhood birthdays as they prepare to see her for the last time.
Insomniac Thriller Dave Burrows hosts a late night radio show for the lonely, the sleepless, and the criminally insane.
Twapt Comedy Little Timmy is held hostage by his evil older brother Butch. With the help of his trusty dog Winston, Timmy must rely on his keen, pre-K Macgyver-like skills to escape.
Baby Steps Comedy ⋄ Romance You never forget the first time you fall in love - even if you were in diapers.
Christmas Cards Drama A widower shares the holiday with his wife and friends.
Sex and Violins Comedy A young woman has trouble finding love due to her uncommon reaction to violin music.
Dad's Famous Bedtime Stories Comedy A father tries to help his young son fall asleep by telling him one of his famous bedtime stories. Unfortunately, Dad's stories tend to scare the crap out of everyone.
Snow Day Drama ⋄ Family A grumpy old man spends a snowy day with his granddaughter.
Nebraska Drama A young boy counts down the days until his friend moves away.
i kill zombies - episode one Horror ⋄ Thriller Wendy, a recent high school graduate, must decide how she can best fight in the war against zombies. Accept a scholarship to the Academy with her best friend Jack to seek a cure for the virus, or stay behind to fight alongside her friends and family.
INVASION FROM THE PLANET 52D Comedy ⋄ Sci-fi The 1962 SciFi Classic! Endowed space women must mate with Earth men to keep their alien race alive!
i kill zombies - episode two Horror ⋄ Thriller Wendy protects Timmy from a zombie attack. Bobby proposes an interesting idea.
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Insomniac - Second Place - Movie Poet.com (Six Contest)
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