JUDGE’S COMMENTS – 13HORROR.COM SCREENPLAY CONTEST
13Horror.com Screenplay Contest - Judge's comments: Zeeka
and the Zombies
Personal 13th September 2025
Andrew Hannon <editor@13horror.com>
2:26 PM (3 hours ago)
Hi Brenda,
Thanks again for submitting Zeeka and the Zombies to the
13Horror.com Film & Screenplay Contest.
It stands out for its unique blend of genres and vivid
setting. I particularly enjoyed the richly imagined futuristic Caribbean world
in 2036. The way you fused sci-fi elements with dark fantasy and Caribbean
folklore created a backdrop that was both unique and deeply immersive. This
setting, with its advanced technology, really anchored the story in a
distinctive environment. Very creative!
You've worked in several well-executed plot developments
that kept the tension high throughout. The revelation that Chief of Police
Grady was the true mastermind was pulled off really nicely. The touching twist
when it was revealed that Zeeka, despite his villainy, had not activated the
killer gadgets in Number Nine's false head, subtly wishing for his son to live,
also caught me quite off guard.
Your screenplay delivers on several horror fronts. The
gruesome scene during the Carnival massacre, vividly depicting the (splendidly
specific) 125 deaths and 75 severe injuries, with descriptions of
blood-splattered areas and severed body parts, was a delight!
Overall, Zeeka and the Zombies is a compelling and
ambitious work that successfully weaves together a complex narrative with strong
characters and memorable horror elements. There are moments of humor, witty
dialogue, and light-hearted interactions woven into the narrative, which made
it a very entertaining read.
We'll announce the finalists and winners on September 30th.
Good luck!
Best regards,
Andrew
Andrew Hannon
Contest Director
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