Pitch for "Druids"

Genre: Comedy/Horror
Setting: The remote and eerie Highlands of Scotland

Logline:
A carefree lads' weekend in the Highlands spirals into chaos when a group of ancient druids, desperate for a human sacrifice, crash their camping trip—transforming a lighthearted getaway into a blood-curdling fight for survival.

Summary:
In this mix of horror and dark comedy, a group of friends—including reluctant hero Mike, Rich, Keith, and his scatterbrained best mate Darren—embark on what was supposed to be a fun weekend of camping and debauchery. Matters are compicated further when Darren invites his friend Emma to the lads weekend away. Little do they know, they’ve wandered into sacred Druidic land where centuries-old rituals still demand blood. As the ancient cult of druids closes in, Mike must lead this dysfunctional group of misfits to safety, while they all wrestle with the secrets, rivalries, and emotional baggage that bubble to the surface under the stress of impending doom.

The group's dynamic is hilariously awkward, especially as Mike tries to escape both his toxic relationship with Amanda, explore his feelings for Emma and the threat of ritual sacrifice. Meanwhile, Rich, a scheming manipulator, and his naive brother Keith, whose dark secret could turn the tides, add layers of conflict. Jill a seasoned hiker searching for her father Andy, stumbles into the chaos, reluctantly joining the group, and bringing both unexpected wisdom and additional complications.

In the midst of this supernatural terror, humor cuts through the tension as personalities clash, loyalties are tested, and ridiculous decisions are made. Themes of friendship, loyalty, and the consequences of ignoring warning signs thread through the horror, as the group learns the hard way what happens when ancient rituals and modern debauchery collide.

Key Characters:

• Mike – The easy-going yet reluctant leader who must step up when things go south.

• Emma – Alternative and free-spirited friend of Darren.

• Amanda – His controlling partner, more concerned with status than survival.

• Darren – The lovable, scatterbrained comic relief who can’t seem to take anything seriously.

• Rich – The manipulative, mean-spirited antagonist within the group.

• Keith – Rich’s well-meaning but naive brother, hiding a secret that may be their salvation.

• Jill and Andy – A father-daughter hiking duo who bring practical survival skills to the group but have their own quirks.