christianvistastudios

After a childhood prophecy sends small-town girl Zoe to Hollywood with dreams of stardom, decades of heartbreak, rejection and betrayal threaten to break her spirit as she battles to find her voice and purpose.
Facing a literal and metaphorical wildfire, Zoe—now known as Whiskey—discovers her career was blacklisted all along…she must confront her painful past and forgive those who wronged her in order to save herself and fulfill her destiny to inspire and transform the very city that nearly destroyed her.

"Whiskey" stands as an ambitious, sprawling narrative that weaves together the personal odyssey of its protagonist with a broader commentary on Hollywood, faith, and redemption. Structurally, the script draws heavily from classic narrative frameworks: there’s a clear inciting incident (the fire and Whiskey’s crisis), a protagonist with a deep internal need, and a series of escalating obstacles—both external (Hollywood’s rejections, family trauma, betrayals)and internal (self-doubt, emotional wounds, the struggle for forgiveness). This aligns with McKee’s focus on dynamic, character

character-driven storytelling and Snyder’s mandate for a relatable, flawed hero.

Character development is a strong suit, especially for Whiskey, whose journey from brokenness to self-acceptance and empowerment is both specific and universal. Her relationships—with Dylan, her family, antagonists like Mort, and figures like Mighty—serve as mirrors and catalysts, each challenging her to confront her weaknesses and embrace her strengths. The script uses flashbacks extensively, a technique Truby often warns can sap urgency if overused, but here they mostly deepen our understanding of Whiskey’s motivations.

Pacing is uneven at times; the script’s density and multiplicity of timelines occasionally threaten narrative momentum. The emotional engagement, however, remains high, as the stakes—personal, spiritual, and even existential—are keenly felt. The blending of real Hollywood lore, meta-movie moments, and spiritual undertones may appeal to audiences hungry for stories about perseverance in the face of overwhelming odds, especially those with an interest in the entertainment industry’s underbelly.

In terms of storytelling, script hits the right beats: 

the "Save the Cat" moment is present in Whiskey’s kindness and resilience, and the dark night of the soul is palpable.
The climax, involving the fire and the literal and figurative rescue, delivers catharsis while tying together the script’s themes of forgiveness, destiny, and finally having agency.

Areas for improvement include streamlining the flashbacks and less exposition. The script’s meta-narrative—about writing, pitching, and the struggle to have one’s story heard—adds a layer of authenticity but risks alienating viewers less familiar with Hollywood’s inner workings.

Overall, "Whiskey" is a bold, heartfelt script with strong audience appeal, particularly to stories of

survival, faith, and the relentless pursuit of dreams. 

it’s adherence to classic storytelling principles provides a solid foundation, while its unique voice and real-world grit offer a fresh perspective on the hero’s journey.

We’re believers in Hollywood as the true movie capital: the best place to produce films and are applying for state and local tax incentives to help us develop the project.
Whiskey already has co-star of “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” (above) attached as well as Elyes Gabel (Scorpion,  World War Z, Interstellar) CeCe’s had very positive personal phone convos with Jennifer Coolidge, Jon Voight and others. 

Cameos as “themselves” in CeCe’s memoir inspired story to be pitched to Jared Leto, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Jennifer Aniston, Leo DiCaprio.
Above, L to R co writer Christian, CeCe and Louis Mandylor (My Big Fat Greek Wedding)

-Just a ”future event in the bible” or “Now” in Coppola’s greatest masterpiece but the fictionalized true stories of a woman just trying to tell her story in Hollywood.

We believe that every film has a unique story to tell. Whiskey is an urgent epiphany; a period piece; memoirs of struggling unknown, climax in the Malibu fires. 

Each project reflects our values but more importantly, returns money to the investor or production entity. Pictured above: Actor wish list-Keanu Reeves, Renee Zellweger.