Stories by @mr95

The Weight of Salt: Some borders are drawn inside us.

Emilio Vargas, a 57-year-old Spanish career diplomat who has spent decades negotiating peace agreements he privately doubts, is posted to an emergency UN summit on resource warfare in the DRC. His ex-wife, Lucía — now a celebrated conflict photographer — arrives uninvited to document the proceedings. Into their orbits steps Kofi Mensah, a 34-year-old Congolese-British human rights attorney who holds critical testimony that could derail Emilio's life's work. Over four intense days, old wounds reopen, moral lines dissolve, and a choice must be made between legacy and truth. Shot in Geneva, Brussels, and Kinshasa.

Between Two Moons: Fall in love. Lose yourself. Find out who you were all along

A live stage musical set across two timelines — 1970s disco-era New York and present-day Berlin. When Berlin-based DJ and producer Sasha Drel stumbles upon an original acetate recording in a flea market, she becomes obsessed with tracing it to its source: Lucia Mares, a Puerto Rican singer who vanished from the New York underground club circuit in 1977 under mysterious circumstances. With an original score blending electronic pop, Afrobeat, bossa nova, and classic disco, the show alternates between Sasha's present-day hunt and the vivid recreation of Lucia's rise and disappearance. A love letter to music, memory, and the women history erases.

Glass Daughters: Some families shatter before they break.

Three sisters — Celeste, Demi, and Rowan Varro — reunite at their late mother's crumbling Art Deco estate in Dubrovnik after her sudden death reveals she had been living under a completely fabricated identity for forty years. As the sisters excavate her true past — a tangled story crossing Cold War espionage, lost art, and buried love — old fractures in their own relationships crack open. A slow-burn psychological family drama shot entirely on location in Croatia and Sarajevo.

The Meridian Club: Power is the oldest fashion.

A razor-sharp drama set inside the most exclusive members-only hotel in the world — a rotating private island off the coast of Montenegro that serves as the unofficial seat of global power. Valentina Cross, its ice-blooded new general manager, must keep a catastrophic secret while managing the volatile guests who use the hotel as their personal chessboard. Season 1 explores arrival and ambition; Season 2 the unraveling of alliances; Season 3 the full reckoning.

Neon Fracture: A city burns brightest just before it breaks.

Set in near-future Tirana, Albania, Mira Voss is a disgraced intelligence analyst who discovers her government is secretly auctioning off citizens' biometric data to foreign powers. Framed for the death of her handler, she has 72 hours to expose the conspiracy before her own identity is erased — and the city erupts in revolt. A propulsive neo-noir thriller fusing Balkan folklore imagery with cyberpunk aesthetics.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight

Set nearly a century before the events of The Queens of Westeros, the realm is at peace under the Targaryen dynasty, but the wounds of the Blackfyre Rebellion still linger. Briar "Dunk" the Tall, a massive, humble woman who grew up in the slums of Flea Bottom, takes up the armor and sword of her late mentor. Desperate to find her place in a world of chivalry, she enters a tournament at Ashford Meadow. Along the way, she encounters a cheeky, shaved-headed girl nicknamed "Egg," who insists on becoming her squire. As Dunk struggles to maintain her honor against arrogant high-born ladies and knights, she discovers that Egg is actually Princess Aegon "Eggie" Targaryen, fourth daughter of the fourth daughter of the Queen. Together, this unlikely pair travels the Seven Kingdoms, learning that true nobility isn't found in a crown, but in the heart of a shield-maiden.

Blood of the Dragon

Set 200 years before the fall of the Throne, the Seven Kingdoms are ruled by Queen Viserya I Targaryen, a woman of peace who struggles to maintain the legacy of her house. Haunted by the lack of a female heir, she takes the ultimate political risk: she names her son, Prince Rhaenyron, as the future King of Westeros, forcing the Great Lords to swear him fealty. However, the peace is shattered when the Queen’s second husband, King-Consort Ali Hightower, mothered by the ambitious Dame Ottavia Hightower, produces a daughter, Aemonda. As Rhaenyron grows into a defiant, dragon-riding man, his claim is challenged by his aunt—the rogue Princess Daemona Targaryen. The seeds of jealousy, ancient Valyrian bloodlust, and broken promises erupt into a "Dance of the Dragons" where brothers, sisters, and beasts tear the sky apart.

The Queens of Westeros

The story begins when Queen Regina Baratheon, the heavy-handed and hedonistic ruler of the Seven Queendoms, travels north to Winterfell to ask her oldest friend, The Honorable Warden of the North Edith "Nedra" Stark, to serve as the Hand of the Queen. Nedra’s husband, Caelen Stark, the fierce Lord-Consort of Winterfell, remains behind to protect their daughters and sons while Nedra is pulled into a viper’s nest of intrigue in Queen’s Landing. At the heart of the conflict is the "Prince Consort," Cernei Lannister, a golden-haired man of unparalleled ambition who protects his secret twin sister, Jaimie Lannister, the "Kingslayer" and member of the Queensguard. Meanwhile, across the Narrow Sea, the exiled Visenya Targaryen prepares to sell her younger brother, Daenor, to a powerful Dothraki Khaleesi in exchange for an army to take back her birthright.

Shield-Maiden’s Saga

The year is 793 AD. The North is ruled by tradition, steel, and the iron fist of Earl Haraldson, a cautious and aging chieftain. While the men manage the homesteads and domestic politics, the women are the primary seafaring warriors of Kattegat—yet even they are forbidden from sailing into the unknown West. Ragna Lothbrok, a restless farmer and mother of two, believes the gods have a grander design for her. With the help of her eccentric, ship-building friend Floki, she secretly commissions a new kind of longship. Alongside her husband, the fiercely protective and domestic-minded Lager, Ragna assembles a crew of rogue Shield-maidens to cross the "Open Sea." Their journey leads them to the shores of Northumbria, where they capture a young monk named Athelstan. This clash of cultures, faiths, and genders ignites a firestorm that threatens the stability of Scandinavia and the future of England.

Gossip Guy

In the glittering heart of Manhattan, a new era of scandal begins when Silas van der Woodsen suddenly returns to the Upper East Side after vanishing for a year. His reappearance sends shockwaves through Constance Billard and St. Jude’s schools. Everyone wants to know where he’s been—and who he’s been with.Blake Waldorf, the reigning king who has enjoyed unchallenged dominance in Silas’s absence, sees his carefully constructed world threatened—especially because Silas is his on-again/off-again best friend (and occasional lover). Meanwhile, Charlie Bass, the enigmatic hotel heiress with a traumatic past, sets her sights on Silas while playing dangerous power games with Blake.From the outside looking in, Dani Humphrey and her brother Jason watch the spectacle from their Brooklyn loft. When Dani is unexpectedly thrust into the elite social scene (thanks to a connection with Nat Archibald), she becomes both participant and chronicler. Jason, desperate to escape his “normal” life, dives headfirst into the fashion and party circuit, making alliances—and enemies—quickly.As hookups, betrayals, and elaborate schemes unfold—ranging from stolen internships and leaked nudes to secret societies and family empire takeovers—Gossip Guy documents it all in real time. Posts go viral instantly, reputations are destroyed or made overnight, and the teens realize someone close to them is pulling the strings.

The Girls

The story kicks off when Hughie’s boyfriend is accidentally vaporized by the world’s fastest woman, A-Train, during a high-speed chase. When Vought International tries to buy Hughie's silence with a non-disclosure agreement, she is approached by Billy Butcher, a woman with a cockney snarl and a personal vendetta against the leader of The Seven: Homelander. As Hughie is pulled into Butcher’s world of underground resistance, she discovers that the "Girl Power" branding of The Seven is a calculated lie. Behind the scenes, Homelander is a sociopathic narcissist who views humanity as ants, while Vought’s CEO, Madelyn Stillwell (or perhaps a gender-flipped Stan Edgar played by Viola Davis), pulls the strings of global politics. The season explores the dark side of "Boss Babe" culture, the commodification of feminism, and the messy, violent reality of what happens when the powerless decide to punch up. The Twist Instead of the "Becca Butcher" mystery, the core emotional stakes involve Butcher’s husband, who disappeared years ago after an encounter with Homelander. The reveal remains the same: the child born of that encounter is the first natural-born Supe, and Homelander will do anything to be the "perfect mother" the world thinks she is.

Strapless Siege

In Strapless Siege, global rap icons and eternal rivals Nicki Minaj and Cardi B are locked into a high-stakes, multi-week reality showdown that blurs the line between fashion warfare, personal rivalry, and pure chaos. Every episode, Nicki appears in her signature uniform: outrageously glamorous mini strapless dresses that barely contain her curves, floor-length luscious hair flowing like a weaponized mane, and sky-high open high heels that click with lethal confidence. She struts through challenges, red carpets, club nights, and luxury mansions serving unapologetic Barbie energy—bold, sexy, and untouchable.Cardi B, in deliberate contrast, is always dressed in full-length long-sleeve dresses (often modest, high-neck, or dramatically covered) with her short hair styled sleek and sharp. Positioned as the relentless aggressor, Cardi launches “attacks” on Nicki in every episode—ambushing her mid-interview, crashing her photoshoots, hijacking her runway walks, or challenging her to impromptu battles. These attacks range from savage verbal roasts and wardrobe “interventions” (trying to throw a coat over Nicki) to full-blown physical comedy bits like chasing her in heels or staging fake security takedowns.The show follows a loose competition format:Weekly themed challenges (music, fashion, club takeovers, business pitches, motherhood moments, etc.) “Attack Segments” where Cardi gets a creative opportunity to disrupt Nicki’s moment Confessionals where both queens spill tea about their real-life history while staying in character Guest appearances from other celebs who get caught in the crossfire

L’Oro e l’Ebano (The Gold and the Ebony)

Thirty-two years ago, the D’Agostino family—lords of the Italian luxury automotive world—shocked the Milanese aristocracy by adopting an orphaned infant during a business trip to West Africa. Raised as Lorenzo D’Agostino, the boy grew up in a world of private jets, renaissance art, and the heavy expectation to lead the family empire. Lorenzo is a master of Italian culture, a connoisseur of wine, and a brilliant engineer, yet he has always felt like a beautiful outsider in his own home. When a critical semiconductor shortage threatens the D’Agostino factory, a merger is proposed with the Vidal Group, a Spanish-Italian conglomerate that controls the raw materials. The price? A dynastic union between Lorenzo and the Vidal heiress, Isabella Vidal-Moretti. Isabella is a whirlwind of Spanish fire and Italian precision—a world-class equestrian who was promised to a different future. The wedding at a villa in Tuscany is a cold, spectacular affair. Their marriage begins as a "cold war" of two strangers forced into a bedroom they don't want to share. However, as they travel between the stables of Andalusia and the workshops of Milan, they discover a shared love for "The Soul of the Machine"—the art of craftsmanship and the thrill of the ride. In the quiet moments between high-stakes board meetings, a business deal slowly ignites into a deep, unbreakable bond.

Kaderin Rengi (The Color of Fate)

Thirty years ago, the powerful Demirci family, titans of the Istanbul shipping industry, adopted an infant boy found in the care of a departing international diplomat. Raised as Kerem Demirci, he grew up with the finest education, the weight of a legendary surname, and the undeniable reality of being the only Black man in the highest circles of Turkish elite society. Now, with the family empire facing a hostile takeover, Kerem’s father, Rahmi, brokers a traditional "merger" through marriage. Kerem is to wed Leyla Soykan, the daughter of a rival textile dynasty. Leyla is a sophisticated, fiercely independent woman who views the marriage as a prison sentence, while Kerem fears he is being used as a pawn to prove his "loyalty" to a family he doesn't share blood with. The debut of their marriage is marked by icy silence and societal whispers. However, as they move into their private estate on the Bosphorus, the walls begin to crumble. They discover a shared passion for restoring Ottoman-era architecture and a mutual feeling of being "outsiders" in their own world. In the heart of Istanbul, a business deal slowly transforms into a profound, soul-stirring romance.

Eden: The Eternal Bloom

Thousands of years have passed since the Great Choice. Humanity has multiplied into the billions, spreading across a lush, hyper-vibrant Earth that has never known drought, famine, or death. In this world, Adam and Eve still walk among their descendants as the eternal "Progenitors," serving as the living links between the Creator and a species that has never known the concept of "good and evil." But a "Perfect World" faces its own unique challenges. With no death, the Earth is reaching its physical capacity. The Progenitors must now lead humanity toward the next phase of the Divine Plan: the stewardship of the stars. The series follows the First Family as they navigate a society built on pure curiosity and communal love, while an ancient, restless shadow—the same one that failed in the Garden—begins to realize that if it cannot make man fall, it will try to make him bored.

A Kingdom for a Star

The reign of King Daeron II is a golden age, but beneath the surface, a bitter resentment boils. Traditionally, the legend says Shiera Seastar toyed with both of her half-brothers, but in this timeline, she finds herself drawn to the raw, unyielding loyalty and martial strength of Aegor Rivers. When Shiera publicly favors Aegor at the tourney for the wedding of Lord Butterwell, the balance of power shifts. Aegor, emboldened by the love of the woman he desired above all else, finds a new kind of temperance. Instead of fleeing to Essos to stew in bitterness, he uses Shiera’s counsel and her reputed "dark arts" to build a coalition within Westeros. Meanwhile, a spurned and heartbroken Bloodraven descends further into paranoia and shadow magic, using his position as Master of Whispers to wage a silent war against the couple. The series is a high-stakes political and romantic thriller that asks: Could the Blackfyre Rebellions have been avoided if the "Star" had guided the "Steel"? Or did Shiera’s choice simply ensure that the fire would burn even hotter?

Thrones of the Triumvirate

The cosmos has stabilized under a different order. Hades, the King of the Gods, rules from Mount Olympus with a cold, analytical, and strictly just hand. Under his reign, the sky is a place of order and celestial law, but the gods find his stoic nature stifling. Above, the sun shines according to a rigorous schedule, and the stars move with mathematical precision. Below the earth, Zeus, the Lord of the Dead, has turned the Underworld into a glittering, hedonistic palace of shadows. Frustrated by his "banishment" to the roots of the world, he has become a charismatic and dangerous King of the Deep, hoarding the world's riches and plotting to expand his kingdom of ghosts into the realm of the living. Between them stands Poseidon, the King of the Oceans, whose temper is as unpredictable as the waves. He acts as the volatile mediator between the rigid order of the Sky and the chaotic ambition of the Deep. When a prophecy suggests that a child of the Underworld will one day eclipse the light of the Sky, the ancient truce between the brothers begins to fracture.

Vikings: The Iron Rose

When the plague struck Kattegat, the gods spared only one child of the Earl: Gyda Ragnarsdóttir. Growing up in the shadow of her legendary mother, Lagertha, and her visionary father, Ragnar, Gyda refuses to be a bargaining chip for political marriages. Instead, she trains in secret, mastering the axe and the shield until she earns her place in the shieldwall. As Ragnar sails for England and Bjorn seeks the Mediterranean, Gyda becomes the "Shield of Kattegat." She acts as the diplomat and the enforcer, balancing the volatile egos of her younger half-brothers (Ivar, Ubbe, Hvitserk, and Sigurd) while protecting her mother’s throne. When the Great Heathen Army rises, it isn't just the sons of Ragnar who lead it—it is the daughter who survived the gods' judgment. Gyda’s journey takes her from the fjords of Norway to the courts of Wessex, where she becomes a legend known for her tactical mind and her unbreakable shield.

The Stag and the Rose

Set ten years after a peaceful union, the series explores a Westeros where the Iron Throne is still held by the Targaryens, but the real power lies in the unbreakable bond between Storm’s End and Winterfell. Robert Baratheon, once a man of wine and war, has found purpose in the eyes of his wife, Lyanna Stark. Under her influence, Robert has transformed Storm’s End into a bastion of loyalty and strength. Lyanna, far from the "cloisters" of King’s Landing, thrives in the rugged Stormlands, raising her children with the "Wolf Blood" of the North and the "Fury" of the Storm. However, peace is a fragile thing. As the Mad King’s paranoia grows in the North-East and Rhaegar Targaryen broods at Dragonstone, the Baratheon children become the most coveted prizes in the Seven Kingdoms.

Gossip Girl: The Next Generation

Twenty years after the original Gossip Girl went dark, a new anonymous whistleblower has emerged, but this time, the "Gossip" isn't just a blog—it’s an encrypted AI network that predicts your next move before you make it. Henry Bass sits at the center of it all, poised to take over Bass Industries, but he lacks his father’s ruthlessness and his mother’s strategic cruelty. While he struggles to keep the family empire afloat, his siblings Olivia and Maxwell are carving out their own paths in the cutthroat worlds of fashion and hospitality. Across the park, the Humphrey twins represent the new "Golden Couple" of Brooklyn-turned-Manhattan, but Tyler’s ambition to write the definitive exposé on his own family threatens to tear the Upper East Side apart. Meanwhile, the Archibald sisters find themselves on opposite sides of the law and the truth, as Nathalie’s investigative journalism begins to uncover a political scandal involving her own sister, Laura. As old rivalries resurface through a new lens, these elite teens must decide if they will repeat their parents’ history or finally break the cycle of the XOXO.