Introduction:
“What if you could help write a movie?” That’s the opportunity Krista Suh and I are giving to you right now! We’re working on an exciting dystopian action thriller called Save the Cat, using the Save the Cat screenwriting method to structure the story. But we’re not just stopping there—we’re inviting you, the readers of StarBuzzDaily, to join us in shaping this film, and we’ll even show you how we’re using AI to help bring it all together. Ready to become part of the process? Read on!”
Logline:
In the heart of a brutal dystopian wasteland, Krista, a formidable female warrior, embarks on a harrowing odyssey to reclaim her stolen cat from the clutches of merciless rogue bandits, uncovering a web of sinister conspiracies and awakening her own latent powers.
Plot Summary:
Save the Cat follows Krista, a resilient survivor navigating a dangerous, post-apocalyptic world. After her beloved cat, Boo, is stolen by rogue bandits led by a tyrannical warlord, Krista embarks on a perilous journey to get Boo back. Along the way, she battles the elements, encounters twisted remnants of humanity, and unravels a dark secret connecting her past to the warlord’s sinister plans.
At its core, the story is about survival, redemption, and the enduring bond between a warrior and her only companion. But Krista’s journey is more than just a rescue mission—it’s a fight for hope in a desolate world.
Read the Opening Scene:
We’re excited to share the first glimpse of Krista’s journey in this epic opening scene! Check out the full script excerpt here:
Writing with AI—A New Era of Collaboration:
Now, let’s talk about how AI fits into our writing process. As writers, Krista and I both know that writing is rewriting. No matter how good a first draft is, it’s the revisions that truly bring a story to life. This is where AI comes in—it helps us generate a strong foundation, a rough draft we can refine, rewrite, and improve.
But make no mistake: AI can’t write for you! You can prompt it all you want, but at the end of the day, a writer needs to be in control of the story. We use AI as a tool, but we are the ones steering the creative ship. It helps us sort through ideas, structure scenes, and explore possibilities, but the heart of the story—Krista’s journey, the emotional beats, and the epic moments—comes from us and from you, the readers.
How You Can Get Involved:
Here’s where things get fun. We’re not just inviting you to read about the process—we want you to help us shape it! Got an idea for a plot twist? A new character? A challenge Krista should face on her journey? Share it with us!
We’ll take your ideas and use AI to help process them, find patterns, and even suggest new ways to integrate them into the script. And we’ll be showing you how we do it in future articles, explaining how we used the AI process to craft rough drafts and evolve them into the final screenplay.
A Teaching Moment for Aspiring Writers:
In each upcoming article, we’ll break down how we’re using AI to enhance creativity and show you exactly how your suggestions are making it into the story. This isn’t just a cool experiment—it’s a learning experience for anyone interested in writing, technology, or filmmaking. You’ll see how we combine the human touch of storytelling with the speed and versatility of AI to refine a screenplay in real-time.
So, whether you’re a seasoned writer or someone who’s just curious about the writing process, you’re about to learn how AI can be a powerful ally in bringing ideas to life—but only when the writer stays in control.
Ownership of Ideas—A Quick Note on Contributions:
Before you start submitting your amazing ideas, we need to cover something important. Krista and I want to be completely transparent about how this process works. While we’re excited to see all your creative input and want to collaborate with you, any idea you share with us for Save the Cat—whether it’s in the comments, on social media, or elsewhere—will ultimately belong to us and will be part of this version of Save the Cat.
This means your ideas will be subject to all Writers Guild of America (WGA) rules when and if we sell this project to a studio or decide to publish it as a book. By contributing your thoughts, characters, plot twists, or any other creative suggestions, you’re agreeing that they will become part of Save the Cat and that Krista and I will have full rights to use them.
It’s important to understand that once you submit your idea, it’s ours to develop, rewrite, and use in whatever way best fits the story we’re telling. We’re committed to following industry standards, and we’ll ensure that everything is handled professionally and in line with WGA guidelines.
That said, we’re still incredibly grateful for your input, and we can’t wait to see how your ideas shape this story!
Final Call to Action:
We’re excited to see what you come up with! Drop your ideas in the comments below or tweet us using #SaveTheCatFilm. Krista and I will be looking for the most creative, compelling suggestions, and we’ll be integrating them into the script with the help of AI. In future articles, we’ll show you exactly how your ideas are shaping Save the Cat. Let’s write something epic—together!