MAIN CHARACTERS:

• JOAN: (Adult, Female) A seasoned 40s captain and engineer, her steely resolve masks a mother’s fierce love in a crisis-ridden starship.

• MELISSA: (Teen, Female) A shaken 17-year-old, grappling with guilt and fear, her youth tested by the harsh realities of survival in space.

SYNOPSIS: Amid the smoky chaos of the USS Triumph’s battered bridge, Joan, a hardened captain, and her teenage daughter Melissa awaken from unconsciousness to face a crippled ship. Their desperate struggle sizzles with urgency as Joan’s commanding grit pushes Melissa to check hull integrity, while guilt and fear spark raw confessions of love and regret. Mother and daughter navigate a fragile bond under the weight of survival, hinting at a costly mistake. This scene pulses with emotional intensity, offering actors a chance to explore the tender and tense interplay of family and duty in a sci-fi crucible.

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