The Stage 32 Videos: Suspense

I’m the screenwriter of The Last Supper, a gripping drama that follows a young woman who returns to the house where she once endured years of maltreatment as a child. The story delves into trauma, memory, and the haunting process of confronting one’s past.

A distracted woman stumbles into the wrong apartment, triggering a surreal journey where she meets her identical self, who reveals that overcoming her ADHD holds the key to her ultimate transformation.

Original score concept: I compose music to existing film scenes as part of my scoring reel, exploring tone, atmosphere, and narrative through sound. These are not official scores, but creative interpretations to showcase my approach to storytelling through music.

Jessica, a young and determined nurse, suddenly wakes up in a locked room, her hands bound and with no memory of how she got there. Beside her, an unconscious woman seems to share her fate. But as she tries to find a way out, she realizes that she is trapped not only physically, but also within a twisted psychological nightmare orchestrated by Joaquín, a mysterious man driven by vengeance. In an atmosphere of constant tension, where every detail seems like a clue and every word a threat, Jessica must confront her own fears and hidden truths in order to survive. Reality and imagination intertwine in this psychological thriller, filmed entirely on a cellphone, that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last second. Spanish: Jessica, una enfermera joven y decidida, despierta repentinamente en una habitación cerrada, con las manos atadas y sin recuerdos de cómo llegó allí. A su lado, una mujer inconsciente parece compartir su destino. Pero a medida que intenta encontrar una salida, se da cuenta de que está atrapada no solo físicamente, sino también dentro de una retorcida pesadilla psicológica orquestada por Joaquín, un hombre misterioso con sed de venganza. En un ambiente de constante tensión, donde cada detalle parece una pista y cada palabra una amenaza, Jessica deberá enfrentarse a sus propios temores y verdades ocultas para sobrevivir. Lo real y lo imaginario se entrelazan en este thriller psicológico grabado enteramente con celular, que te mantendrá al filo del asiento hasta el último segundo.

How was Sobrevida Short Film made? My first short film, which I wrote and directed, was filmed in 2021 after COVID. It's a story set in a post-apocalyptic world where survival isn't the only goal.

Three in a Red Cube is a gripping and intense short film that follows Jeremy and Pickle, two desperate men caught in a deadly game involving betrayal, crime, and survival. Trapped in a derelict factory, they find themselves facing a ruthless crime boss, Mr. Blatzo, who forces them to reveal the truth behind a mysterious suitcase.

Art Tales Productions Short Film "Sobrevida" idea and directed by Dave Alcaide

Video update. A bit more time to work on a redraft. Definate improvement. More info at www.hereandback.co.uk/screenplays

Video trailer for screenplay Rising Star

Rather than using still images, this trailer uses AI live motion which is a big improvement (with a few minor glitches) and ideal for someone with limited resources. Essentially captures the mood of the script and definitely more captivating than simple photos. More info at: https://www.hereandback.co.uk/screenplays