Following his father's death in a plane crash caused by a rogue AI, an aspiring astronaut must confront the flawed AI during his solo lunar mission to retrieve billions in bonds dispatched by it.

SYNOPSIS:

JOHN is an aspiring and ambitious astronaut who dreams of exploring beyond and making space travel accessible to the general population. Using his proficient skills, he built a Rocket Pack that he hoped one could strap up on their backs and launch from Earth to space. So, he markets that idea to his employer, Space Projects, and ask for funding to test his pack in space. Meanwhile, a private jet piloted by CHARLES, John's father - an air force veteran - with his client, a tech wizard, DESMOND, founder of the most successful AI company named Blackwell Inc., crashes and kills everyone on board as a result of debris from a decommissioned satellite falling out of the sky. This news reaches John and JESSICA, Desmond's sister and the only living heir to his legacy, who are devastated. They meet each other during counseling sessions and develop a healthy relationship while supporting each other in the grieving process.

After building a strong connection and trust with John, Jessica reveals that an AI owned by Blackwell Inc. went rogue and caused the plane crash. She also informs John that the same AI has shipped bearer bonds worth billions belonging to Blackwell Inc. to the Moon, potentially leading to the company's collapse. To save the company, John proposes a plan that involves him using his Rocket Pack to travel from the ISS to the Moon. After receiving approval, John embarks on a solo lunar voyage in his pack to retrieve the bonds. John’s long-time friend and tech guru, Spencer, who manages ground operations for him during this mission, informs him that the AI has dispatched mercenaries from space to retrieve the bonds. In a race to the Moon, John comes out victorious against the mercenaries by fighting them and leaves back to Earth in a ship with the bonds.

Back on Earth, Spencer discovers someone explicitly hacked and instructed the AI that crashed Charles’ plane, and he requires higher authority credentials to find the hacker. John recommends using Jessica’s credentials. Spencer ends up at Jessica's residence for access and finds the shocking truth Jessica is the hacker. Jessica tries to explain herself and blames gender equality as the reason for her criminal actions to prove her worth to her brother. Spencer doesn't buy in and records her confession secretly to John's voicemail through his phone. Caught up in the moment, Jessica shoots Spencer and kills him. John survives after his ship crashes in the Pacific Ocean with the bonds salvaged by Blackwell. John tries to locate Spencer, but he's missing. He listens to Spencer's voicemail that has Jessica confessing to the murders of Charles and Desmond. John is pissed. In the final standoff, John chases Jessica's fleeing car in a traditional jetpack, which ends in tragedy with the AI locking Jessica's car acceleration and colliding directly against a brick wall and killing her. She apologizes for her actions to John and says she loves him, to which John responds he loves her too and saves himself. Jessica dies. John is celebrated for his accomplishments. He secures a large settlement for Spencer's family and pledges to honor his father's legacy by reaching for the stars and pursuing his dream.

Greenlight Coverage: Overall Rating: 8/10

In summary, you have crafted an imaginative, emotionally resonant screenplay with a driven protagonist and impactful message. This concept could make for an extremely compelling film. Great job and keep writing!

Based on the script score, this screenplay ranks at 93rd percentile and received a Strong Consider.