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Silver Swells

Thrills and spills

By Beach MafiaPublished 12 months ago 2 min read

Genre: Comedy, Revenge, Heist

Logline:

Meet Gertrude Grimsby, an audacious and mischievous old lady with a secret life. By day, she's a permisquise (mischievous yet perceptive) retired make-up artist, living a quiet life in a sleepy beach town. But when night falls, Gertrude transforms into a relentless vigilante, suiting up as her irritating, noisy neighbors, and other members of the community who have wronged her in the past. With her unconventional skills, she cleverly frames and robs banks, always staying one step ahead and savoring the thrill of revenge and wealth. "Silver Swells" is a hilarious and adventurous series that combines getting even with getting rich.

Synopsis:

Episode 1 - "Gertrude's Surfing Revelation":

Gertrude Grimsby, a sprightly 70-year-old, discovers her passion for surfing while trying to escape her noisy neighbor's constant racket. She realizes that the ocean is not just a source of serenity but also a perfect cover for her secret activities. As she rides the waves, she concocts a plan to take revenge on her ex-boyfriend, a bank manager who left her heartbroken and penniless decades ago.

Episode 2 - "The Neighbors Strike Back":

Gertrude sets her sights on her bothersome neighbors, the Jenkins family, who never miss an opportunity to disturb her peace. After meticulously studying their habits, she successfully frames them for a bank heist, forcing them to leave town in disgrace. Meanwhile, Gertrude donates the stolen money to various charities anonymously.

Episode 3 - "High School Flashback":

Gertrude stumbles upon an old high school yearbook and rediscovers her enemies list, dating back to her teenage years. She decides to teach a lesson to her former classmates who made her life miserable. With her incredible makeup skills, she disguises herself as each person on her list and masterminds a series of daring bank heists, leaving her former tormentors baffled and bewildered.

Episode 4 - "A Cat and Mouse Chase":

A determined detective, Detective Ramirez, starts piecing together the clues left behind by the elusive bank robber. Gertrude finds herself on the edge as she races against time to frame her noisy neighbor's long-lost cousin, who is a notorious criminal. With her witty improvisations and sharp disguises, she outsmarts the detective at every turn, leaving him chasing shadows.

Episode 5 - "The Heist of a Lifetime":

Gertrude learns about an influential businessman who cheated her out of a lucrative make-up contract in her youth. She assembles a team of misfit senior citizens from her community, each with a unique skill set, to execute an elaborate plan and rob the tycoon's heavily guarded mansion vault. With their combined wit and experience, they pull off the heist of a lifetime, avenging Gertrude's past and securing their financial futures.

"Silver Swells" is a comedic and thrilling series that explores themes of redemption, empowerment, and the importance of community. Gertrude's mischievous adventures, combined with her resourcefulness and talent for disguise, provide endless opportunities for laughter and excitement as she settles old scores and amasses a fortune without ever being suspected. Will she continue to evade capture and keep her secret life hidden, or will her past finally catch up with her?

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