Logline
A dreamy housecat’s wish for adventure comes true when his toy car takes flight.
But in a dog-ruled world where cats are hunted, he must risk everything to save another and become the hero he’s only dreamed of being.
Project Information
Title:
Kitty-Kitty Bang-Bang
Format:
Animated Feature Screenplay
Genre:
Adventure / Comedy / Fantasy
Status:
Completed Screenplay
Synopsis
Catalytic Paws is a housecat who dreams of adventure from the driver’s seat of a battered toy car.
One moonlit night, the impossible happens. The toy car takes flight.
His journey carries him to Snarlvania, a strange kingdom ruled by dogs, where cats are hunted and forced into servitude. There he meets Kitty Kurltail, a brave young cat hiding from the ruthless Duke Dogbreath and his relentless tracker, the Purrsniffer.
When Kitty is captured, Catalytic must overcome his fears, outwit the Duke’s henchdogs, and become the hero he has only ever imagined himself to be.
Tone and Audience
A playful, character-driven animated adventure blending heartfelt emotion with strong visual comedy.
Comparable Titles
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
The Rescuers
An American Tail
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About me
Duane March is an American writer based in Germany. Kitty-Kitty Bang-Bang is his first original feature screenplay.
He holds a Ph.D. in Ancient History and Mediterranean Archaeology and has published four articles in academic journals. His background in languages, historical research, narration, and visual storytelling informs his approach to character and imaginative world-building.
His film credits include English-language narration and voice work for internationally screened films by director Rossano B. Maniscalchi, including In the Ring (2021), The Key to Heaven (2022), Beyond (2023), and It’s Not Dark Yet (2024).
In 2022, he received the Best Narration Award at the 13th La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival for The Key to Heaven, along with additional narration and voice honors at international festivals.
Duane has also written a murder mystery novel and is developing a historical novel set in Ancient Greece.
Contact
duane.march@outlook.com