Alice Tallman
Alice Tallman is a screenwriter currently based in Chicago. Born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, Alice uses her midwest upbringing to inform her creative pieces that delve into topics such as small town living, religion, and poverty.
White as the light
Gideon is a man who belongs to a mysterious religious organization who call themselves “The Redeemed”. After recieiving a life-altering vision, Gideon begins to question everything he believes in, resulting in the unraveling of his surroundings.
Olga
Olga tells the story of Josie, a 17 year old girl living in Texas who becomes pregnant. Her strict, conservative Catholic parents will not grant her permission to get the abortion she desires. She is forced to go to religious counseling, where she meets a nun named Olga. After hearing Josie’s story, Olga agrees to drive Josie to New Mexico to get an
abortion behind her parent’s back.
She's Leaving Home
This script is an adaptation of “She’s Leaving Home” by The Beatles. It takes place in 1967, and follows the story of a midwestern girl who runs away from her small town to join in on the Summer of Love in San Fransisco.
Harper Valley P.T.A.
In this adaptation of the classic country song "Harper Valley P.T.A. by Jeannie C. Riley, a bold single mother crashes a school board meeting to expose the hypocrisy behind the town's moral crusade, defending both herself and her daughter.
Drying out
After years of misfortune, a sister reaches out to her seemingly successful brother. Their meeting results in a change of perspective, good conversation, and a little bit too much alcohol.