BAR CODED Movie Project

Title: Bar Coded

Estimated Duration: 90 minutes

Genres: Thriller, Action

Logline:

After the death of her grandfather, Sophia Gwen takes ownership of his prized business, the Boulevardier Bar. However, when she overhears something that threatens the national economy, Sophia teams up with her ex-boyfriend to take the threats down.

Themes:

• Pro-Cryptocurrency

• Family Legacies

• Man VS Government

Synopsis:

In "Bar Coded," Sophia, a former military sniper, inherits her grandfather's bar, the Boulevardier, uncovering a complex web of government corruption threatening the national economy and the future of cryptocurrency. Her journey back home is marked by a tense reunion with ex-boyfriend Gerard, hinting at unresolved issues. Sophia discovers her grandfather Sam's secret past as a CIA agent committed to fighting government corruption, inspiring her to continue his legacy.

As Sophia takes over the bar, she overhears a conversation about a devastating government tax, spearheaded by politician Richard Fields, which could destroy small businesses and criminalize cryptocurrency. Determined to protect her legacy and fight corruption, Sophia teams up with Gerard, devising a plan to expose and stop Fields and his cohorts, Gene Abbey and Lionel Miller.

Sophia's strategy involves hosting a bar event to gather incriminating evidence against the trio. The plot thickens as the night unfolds, leading to a dramatic and unexpected turn of events. The story culminates in a tense confrontation where loyalty, courage, and Sophia's sharpshooting skills are put to the ultimate test. "Bar Coded" is a thrilling ride through the underbelly of political intrigue, personal redemption, and the fight for economic freedom, all set against the backdrop of a classic American bar.

Scene Locations:

• Top of a Building (Night)

  • A robot-controlled sniper aims at someone in the Boulevardier Bar.

• Airport (Morning)

  • Sophia arrives, dressed in military fatigues, and is picked up by a car.

• Gerard's Car (Morning)

  • Tense conversation between Sophia and Gerard.

• Boulevardier Bar (Afternoon)

  • Sophia takes over the bar.

• Boulevardier Bar - Flashback (Afternoon)

  • Young Sophia learns about her grandfather's CIA past.

• Boulevardier Bar (Afternoon)

  • Sophia ponders her grandfather's legacy.

• Boulevardier Bar (Night)

  • Sophia impresses the night staff with her bartending skills.

• Boulevardier Bar (Night – Later)

  • The bar is busy; Sophia sees Gerard.

• Back of the Boulevardier Bar (Night)

  • Sophia overhears a conversation about a damaging government tax.

• Boulevardier Bar (Night)

• Sophia receives a note from Gerard.

• Sam’s Home (Night)

• Sophia arrives at her grandfather's house.

• Sam’s Home - Flashback (Day)

• Teen Sophia discusses joining the military with Sam.

• Sam’s Home (Morning)

• Sophia discovers her grandfather's dossiers.

• Pond (Afternoon)

• Sophia and Gerard's confrontation and revelation.

• Sam’s House (Afternoon)

• Sophia shares her plan with Gerard.

• Boulevardier Bar (Night)

• Sophia and Gerard prepare cocktails for their plot.

• Boulevardier Bar (Night – Later)

• Sophia and Gerard grow closer.

• Boulevardier Bar (Day)

• Preparations for the event; staff confrontation.

• Boulevardier Bar (Night)

• The event takes an unexpected turn.

• Top of a Building (Night)

• The sniper robot prepares to shoot.

• Boulevardier Bar (Night)

• A botched murder attempt and Gerard is shot.

• Hospital (Night)

• Sophia reflects on her next steps.

• Park (Day)

• TWO YEARS LATER: Sophia addresses a crowd, revealing her new path.

This outline covers a variety of locations, from intimate settings like Sam's home to public spaces like the bar and the park, each crucial to the development of the plot and characters.

Characters:

• Sophia Romero

  • Role: Protagonist

  • A shrewd bartender who has stepped away from her previous job as a military sniper after her grandfather’s death left the Boulevardier Bar in her possession. 

• Gerard Mikail 

  • Role: Love Interest

  • Sophia’s ex-boyfriend, a seasoned bartender. 

• Sam Romero

  • Role: Minor Character

  • Sophia’s grandfather, the previous owner of the Boulevardier Bar. 

• Vix

  • Role: Supporting Character

  • A member of the night staff. A young college-aged girl.

• Ian

  • Role: Supporting Character

  • A member of the night staff. A goofy guy.

• Matthew

  • Role: Supporting Character

  • A member of the night staff. A bit stubborn and skeptical.

• Landlord

  • Role: Minor Character

  • The man who owns the building and property that the Boulevardier Bar sits upon.

• Richard Fields

  • Role: Antagonist

  • A corrupt government official.

• Gene Abbey

  • Role: Antagonist

  • A man trying to run for congress. Corrupt. 

• Lionel Miller

  • Role: Antagonist

  • A powerful preacher who has the ability to sway his congregation to vote the way he wants.