Dream of the Day

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    Waking Notes

    Act 1: The Discovery

    Opening Scene: Introduce the protagonist, Gardener, an avid vinyl collector and music enthusiast, portrayed in their everyday life. They have a unique ability to lucid dream vividly.

    Inciting Incident: During a lucid dream, Gardener discovers a mysterious and alluring vinyl record in a dream-version of their favorite record shop. They purchase the LP in the dream.

    Key Event: Upon waking, Gardener is astonished to find the dream LP in their hands, now a physical object in the real world. This miraculous event garners media attention, and the protagonist becomes a local sensation.

    Act 2: The Curse and Its Consequences

    Rising Action: Gardener plays the record, only to experience intense, terrifying nightmares. The music possesses an eerie, otherworldly quality.

    Turning Point: Realizing the LP is cursed, Gardener decides to rid themselves of it. They donate it to a charity shop, hoping to end the nightmares.

    Subplot Development: Gardener's life starts returning to normal, but they remain haunted by the memory of the record and its nightmarish power.

    Act 3: The Unforeseen Return

    Climax: The record resurfaces when a friend, unaware of its history, purchases it as a gift for Gardener. The friend gives them the cursed LP, not realizing its dark nature.

    Falling Action: Gardener faces a moral and psychological dilemma: keep the record and endure the nightmares or dispose of it and risk it harming others.

    Resolution: Gardener must confront the supernatural elements of the LP, possibly learning more about its origins or finding a way to neutralize its curse.

    Final Scene: A somber realization of the dangers of meddling with the unknown, leading to a twist revealing a deeper mystery, and a cathartic end where the curse is finally broken.

    Additional Elements to Consider

    Character Development: Gardener's journey with the record should reflect an internal journey, possibly touching on themes of obsession, curiosity, and the consequences of one's actions.

    Atmosphere and Tone: Given the low-budget horror movie vibe, a mix of suspense, eerie moments, and perhaps some dark humor could enrich the narrative.

    Symbolism: The vinyl record could symbolize something deeper, like a hidden desire or a suppressed part of the protagonist's psyche.

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