The Story of Lil Nicky
Because in the projects, no
one can hear you when you
scream.
Logline
"Based on true events, a handicapped teenage boy growing up in a tough ghetto area dies in a horrific elevator shaft accident. Ten years later, he comes back for revenge in a tale of urban horror and survival.”
Synopsis
A contemporary, R-RATED horror story set in the condemned Victory Housing Projects in New York. Showcasing themes of disenfranchisement, gentrification, and vengeance from an African-American perspective, 13 redefines the boogeyman mythos.
Setting: A decaying, crime-ridden building on the brink of demolition.
Villain: Nicky, a victim turned nightmare, who embodies the rage of forgotten souls.
Visual Style & Tone
gritty, urban environment steeped in darkness and decay.
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Visual influences: Candyman (2021), It Follows, and The Babadook.
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Tones of claustrophobia, despair, and impending dread.
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A cracked elevator shaft drenched in shadow.
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Graffiti-covered walls with “Nicky, no go!” scrawled in red.
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A blurred silhouette of Nicky, hulking and menacing.
Characters
Cassie
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A streetwise yet ambitious young woman trying to escape her past.
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Central to the emotional heart of the story.
Nicky
A physically and mentally handicapped teenager turned into a supernatural monster. Wields elevator cables as weapons.
Supporting Cast
Haitian Vodou cultists
A sinister reverend and his “Jesus Freaks.”
Gangbangers hired to evict tenants.
Why 13?
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A modern urban horror story with a fresh perspective.
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Combines supernatural terror with socio-political commentary.
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Diverse cast and authentic representation of underrepresented communities.
Market Potential
Horror remains one of the most profitable genres (e.g., Terrifier 2, Smile, Candyman).
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Growing demand for diverse, authentic storytelling (Get Out, Nope).
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Strong potential for viral marketing through urban legend appeal.
Target Audience
Fans of R-rated, thought-provoking horror (Hereditary, Candyman).
Urban audiences and fans of socially conscious horror.
Aged 18–35, with an interest in supernatural, revenge-driven narratives.
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