Brimstone Incorporated (2021) — AI Story Visualization

Plot Analysis Summary

A frame narrative set in Hell connects separate horror stories in which ordinary circumstances give way to frightening revelations.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

The Interview in Hell

Gregory Asmodeus interviews the newly deceased in Hell. The frame gives them a chance to explain their stories and argue that they do not belong there.

Key Events

• Gregory Interviews the Dead — Gregory interviews newly deceased people so they can explain why they believe they do not belong in Hell. Characters: Gregory Asmodeus {Tempter & Associates} Location: Hell
• A Dead Person Presents a Case — The frame narrative gives the newly deceased an opportunity to argue their side of their story. Characters: Gregory Asmodeus {Tempter & Associates} Location: Hell

A Hostage Date

Richard attends an awkward blind date at a quiet diner. When his date realizes he does not share her feelings, she takes the diner hostage.

Key Events

• Richard Begins a Blind Date — Richard goes on an awkward blind date at a quiet diner. Characters: Richard Hackett {First Date} Location: A quiet diner
• The Date Turns Uncomfortable — The encounter becomes increasingly awkward as Richard's date behaves in an overbearing manner. Characters: Richard Hackett {First Date} Location: A quiet diner
• Richard's Feelings Become Clear — Richard's date discovers that he does not share her feelings. Characters: Richard Hackett {First Date} Location: A quiet diner
• The Diner Is Taken Hostage — After learning Richard does not reciprocate her feelings, his date takes the diner hostage. Characters: Richard Hackett {First Date} Location: A quiet diner

A Mother's Terrible Protection

Priscilla's son blames her overprotectiveness for his romantic difficulties. The account reveals that a demon possesses his dates, and Priscilla murders the possessed women to protect him.

Key Events

• Priscilla Faces Blame — Priscilla's son blames her overprotectiveness for his difficulty keeping a girlfriend. Characters: Priscilla Parker {Mama's Boy} Location: Not specified
• Priscilla's Protection Is Revealed — It is revealed that Priscilla has been protecting her son from a demon with a vendetta against her. Characters: Priscilla Parker {Mama's Boy} Location: Not specified
• The Demon Possesses Dates — The demon torments Priscilla by possessing her son's dates. Characters: Priscilla Parker {Mama's Boy} Location: Not specified
• Priscilla Murders the Possessed Women — Priscilla murders the women possessed by the demon in an effort to keep her son safe. Characters: Priscilla Parker {Mama's Boy} Location: Not specified

Bennie's Distorted Reality

Agoraphobic jingle writer Bennie receives marijuana from his brother and begins seeing creatures and experiencing morbid hallucinations after smoking it. These experiences lead him toward self-destruction, while the account traces his troubles to a missed apartment fumigation notice.

Key Events

• Bennie Receives a Care Package — Bennie, an agoraphobic jingle writer, receives a care package from his brother containing a new strain of marijuana. Characters: Bennie Simmons {Skunk Weed} Location: Bennie's apartment
• Bennie Smokes the Marijuana — After smoking the marijuana, Bennie begins experiencing frightening visions. Characters: Bennie Simmons {Skunk Weed} Location: Bennie's apartment
• Creatures and Hallucinations Appear — Bennie sees creatures and experiences morbid hallucinations. Characters: Bennie Simmons {Skunk Weed} Location: Bennie's apartment
• Bennie Moves Toward Self-Destruction — The frightening experiences lead Bennie toward self-destruction. Characters: Bennie Simmons {Skunk Weed} Location: Bennie's apartment
• The Fumigation Notice Is Discovered — The account reveals Bennie's troubles stem from his failure to receive an apartment fumigation notice. Characters: Bennie Simmons {Skunk Weed} Location: Bennie's apartment

Story Breakdown

• Hell Interviews — Gregory hears the newly deceased explain their side of the story.
  • Newly Deceased — The frame focuses on people who have recently died.
  • A Chance to Explain — Gregory gives them an opportunity to argue that they do not belong in Hell.
• Richard's Blind Date — An awkward diner date escalates after Richard's feelings become clear.
  • Quiet Diner — Richard meets his date at a quiet diner.
  • Hostage Escalation — His date takes the diner hostage after learning he does not reciprocate her feelings.
• Priscilla's Overprotection — Priscilla's son blames her for his difficulty keeping a girlfriend, while the story reveals her reason for protecting him.
  • A Son's Blame — Her son says her overbearing behavior makes it difficult for him to keep a girlfriend.
  • Hidden Threat — Priscilla is protecting him from a demon with a vendetta against her.
• The Possessed Dates — The demon torments Priscilla by possessing her son's dates.
  • Demonic Possession — The demon possesses the women who date Priscilla's son.
  • Fatal Protection — Priscilla murders the possessed women in an effort to keep her son safe.
• Bennie's Care Package — Bennie receives marijuana from his brother, setting off the frightening events of his story.
  • Agoraphobic Jingle Writer — Bennie is an agoraphobic man who writes jingles for a living.
  • New Marijuana Strain — His brother sends him a care package containing a new strain of marijuana.
• Hallucinations and Cause — Bennie's frightening visions lead toward self-destruction before the account identifies a missed notice as the source of his troubles.
  • Creatures and Visions — After smoking, Bennie sees creatures and experiences morbid hallucinations.
  • Missed Fumigation Notice — The account reveals he did not receive a notice to vacate his apartment for fumigation.

Directed by

Brad Twigg, James L. Edwards

Key Cast

• James L. Edwards — Richard Hackett {First Date}
• Kaylee Williams — Brittany {Mama's Boy}
• Sasha Graham — Priscilla Parker {Mama's Boy}
• Drew Fortier — Gregory Asmodeus {Tempter & Associates}
• Geoff Burkman — Damien Tempter {Tempter & Associates}