PIVOT
Coming-of-age Musical Film
PIVOT is a musical feature film currently in early development that follows Linh Nguyen, a 24-year-old star junior consultant who's done having her life mapped out for her.
In a bold move, she quits her promising career to chase her own dreams, starting with figure skating - a passion she never knew she had. Set in the vibrant landscape of Southern California, this cross-cultural story pulses with the energy of self-discovery and the courage to defy expectations.
As Linh carves her own path, she collides head-on with long-standing family tensions, particularly with her mother Mai, whose abandoned dreams as a ballerina in Vietnam have shaped their relationship for years.
Through electrifying musical numbers and raw, emotional confrontations, PIVOT explores the complexities of Asian American family dynamics, the weight of immigrant aspirations, and the exhilarating yet terrifying journey of rewriting one's own story.
It's a tale of breaking free, finding oneself, and learning that it's never too late to pivot towards happiness.
Stills on this page from proof-of-concept short film, which can be viewed below.
Pivot draws inspiration from beloved classics that explore personal reinvention and the pursuit of passion, echoing Jerry Maguire's bold career pivot, Pixar's Soul's exploration of finding one's true calling, and Legally Blonde's journey of defying expectations and discovering hidden potential.
Interested parties can request a pitch deck or treatment via contact form.