Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
Crew Assembly
The film introduces its core cast through official distribution credits. Ben Cross, Callum Blue, Jon Mack, Jacky Woo, and Jesse Steele are assigned their respective roles aboard the tanker vessel.
Key Events
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Director & Writer Credit — Jeffery Scott Lando directed and co-wrote the screenplay with Nathan Atkins.
Location: Production Studio
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Protagonist Introduction — Callum Blue portrays the central character Adam Murphy. Characters: Ben
Location: Casting Office
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Supporting Cast Roll Call — Ben Cross, Jon Mack, Jacky Woo, and Jesse Steele are assigned supporting roles. Characters: Jordan, Morgan, Jackie, Randall
Location: Casting Office
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Runtime Specification — The film's total duration is established at 83 minutes.
Location: Production Office
Hierarchy Establishment
A clear chain of command is defined among the five characters. Ben assumes primary authority while Jordan, Morgan, Jackie, and Randall operate as supporting crew members.
Key Events
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Runtime Specification — The film's total duration is established at 83 minutes.
Location: Production Office
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Country of Origin — Production is confirmed as a United States release.
Location: Production Office
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Crew Hierarchy Setup — Chain of command is established among the five core cast members. Characters: Ben, Jordan, Morgan, Jackie, Randall
Location: Tanker Bridge
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Cinematography Credit — Ross W. Clarkson is credited for visual photography.
Location: Production Office
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Musical Score Composition — Stephen Edwards handles the film's original music.
Location: Production Office
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Screenplay Development — Lando and Atkins finalize the narrative script.
Location: Production Office
Operational Dynamics
Supporting characters integrate into the vessel's daily functions. Interpersonal relationships are framed through professional duties and crew alliances.
Key Events
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Screenplay Development — Lando and Atkins finalize the narrative script.
Location: Production Office
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Protagonist Focus — Narrative weight centers on Ben's character journey. Characters: Ben
Location: Tanker Deck
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Supporting Dynamics — Supporting characters interact within the established crew structure. Characters: Jordan, Morgan, Jackie, Randall
Location: Tanker Interior
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Super Tanker Setting — Primary vessel location for all character interactions. Characters: Ben, Jordan, Morgan, Jackie, Randall
Location: Super Tanker
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Syfy Broadcast Platform — Television network responsible for distribution.
Location: Syfy Channel
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Production Era Context — Film released within the early 2010s television landscape.
Location: Production Office
Broadcast & Legacy
Production metadata, runtime, and network distribution are finalized. The film concludes its development cycle and enters the Syfy broadcast catalog.
Key Events
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Syfy Broadcast Premiere — American television film officially aired on January 29, 2011. Characters: Ben, Jordan, Morgan, Jackie, Randall
Location: Syfy Network
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Production Era Context — Film released within the early 2010s television landscape.
Location: Production Office
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Cast Distribution Finalization — Official roster confirms five core cast members. Characters: Ben, Jordan, Morgan, Jackie, Randall
Location: Casting Office
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Narrative Scope Definition — Protagonist carries the primary storyline forward. Characters: Ben
Location: Production Office
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Crew Integration Phase — Supporting cast fully integrates into operational framework. Characters: Jordan, Morgan, Jackie, Randall
Location: Tanker Bridge
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Technical Metadata Compilation — Production specifications and credits are archived.
Location: Production Office
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Character Importance Ratings — Narrative weight assigned to each character per cast list. Characters: Ben, Jordan, Morgan, Jackie, Randall
Location: Production Office
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Structural Foundation — Core setup established for subsequent developments. Characters: Ben
Location: Tanker Deck
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Cast Alignment Confirmation — Supporting roles solidify within the hierarchy. Characters: Jordan, Morgan, Jackie, Randall
Location: Tanker Interior
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Production Completion — Filming and post-production finalize.
Location: Production Office
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Network Debut — Official broadcast marks the film's public release.
Location: Syfy Channel
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Catalog Entry — Film enters the early 2010s television archive.
Location: Production Office
A meteorite brings a powerful element to the Earth during the Cold War, too powerful to ever be used it's contained until a decision is made to dispose of it in the depths of the ocean. During transit on the worlds largest and most secure Super Tanker a rogue wave damages the ship and releases the element which triggers a chain reaction in the environment and the political arena.