Ghosted Encounters

Genre

Comedy/Drama

Logline

In a quirky urban neighborhood, a young man navigates the complexities of modern relationships, confronting the ghosts of past encounters with humor and unexpected revelations.

Synopsis

Meet Emre, a young man with a penchant for running into the same people at the most unexpected times. Armed with his trusty shopping cart, he embarks on a comedic journey through his neighborhood, where every corner turned could lead to a familiar face from his past. Each episode features Emre’s humorous confrontations with those he’s met but never called back, revealing the awkwardness and absurdity of modern social interactions. As he grapples with his own insecurities and the sometimes harsh realities of adult relationships, he learns valuable lessons about connection, communication, and the importance of following up — both in love and friendship.

Examples of Content

Emre accidentally runs into an old crush at the grocery store, leading to a series of awkward exchanges as he tries to rekindle their connection.; A confrontation with a neighbor who he only met once spirals into a comedic debate about the nature of ghosting.; Each episode features a new character, including an overly dramatic ex-girlfriend, a forgetful best friend, and a quirky elderly man who dispenses unsolicited relationship advice.; Flashbacks to Emre’s past encounters, shown through humorous vignettes that highlight the ridiculousness of each situation.

Rationale

The concept taps into the universal experience of feeling forgotten or ghosted in modern relationships, resonating with a wide audience. The comedic approach, combined with relatable scenarios and quirky characters, creates a lighthearted exploration of social interactions in today’s world. The unique use of a shopping cart as a recurring prop adds a visual humor element and symbolizes the mundane settings where these encounters often take place.

Alternative Titles

Forgotten Connections; Reconnecting Ghosts; The Shopping Cart Chronicles

Alternative Loglines

A young man’s adventures in urban life lead him to confront the ghosts of his past, one awkward encounter at a time.; As he navigates his neighborhood, a man learns that every forgotten connection has a story worth revisiting.; With each shopping trip, a young man faces the people he’s ghosted, uncovering the humor and heart in human relationships.

Trend Date

2024-09-16