TV Series: pitch
Spec fiction

In the lineage of Black Mirror and The Twilight Zone, an anthology television series created by Mel J Rey. 
Individual episodes explore a diversity of genres, but most are near-future dystopias that harken to themes of responsibility, authenticity, and globalization to comment on contemporary social issues.

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Episode 1:
The Real Slim Shady
A girl is able to clone her dog. At first it's fun, but what happens when she can't distinguish which one is the original?

Real Slim Shady from Mel Rey on Vimeo.

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Episode 2:
Fame Reducer
A woman obsessed with fame discovers she actually has the ability to make someone un-famous, overnight. She develops a list of clientele who want to reduce their fame... until she ends up with her own problem.

Still image from 'The Real Slim Shady', 7 minute film

Fame Reducer: Episode 1 from Mel Rey on Vimeo.

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Episode 3:
Hipster Cafe
There's a new cafe in town. Polished concrete floors. Super popular- lines down the block, around the corner. Why is it that no one seems to notice they're eating air?

And more...
Ghost in Childhood
​Luck as Currency