A Bad Day in Hell (short dark comedy)

A script that joins the Devil on the first Good Friday as he takes whiskey shots and celebrates his success. What could possibly go wrong?

Co-written with Bradyn Braziel, co-founder of Silent House Theatre group (Waco). She also happens to be David's acting coach.

As of July 3, 2026, only two festival decisions had come in. One was a bronze win at International Independent Film Awards and the other was official selection for the [open to all religions] Religious Faith International Film Festival.

Check out these comments received July 7, 2026 from a reader at a different film festival (with no decision on selection from them yet):

"SHORT FEEDBACK: An original, unique, and cleverly crafted comedy-drama with a strong premise and an intriguing setting - Hell. The story unfolds in modern-day Hell, complete with Wi-Fi, internet, and cellphones. In Satan’s man-cave party room, Satan and Hades sit around a table taking whisky shots as they celebrate Good Friday. Hades congratulates Satan on revealing Jesus as just a man who could die (crucified) and asks how he pulled it off, PowerPoint, AI, or pure original work? Satan smirks and answers, “ChatGPT.” This one-page opening scene effectively establishes the genre, premise, and world, with well-defined characters delivering distinct voices and tone. The engaging characters make for a compelling, character-driven story, showcasing the writers’ sharp skills and strong comedic-drama voice. A budget-friendly and efficient production featuring a single location, two main characters, and two supporting roles."