Death Trap: A Screenplay

Brian Francis Coppola presents Death Trap as a horror screenplay detailing a group of college friends who suffer consequences after a practical joke results in a fatal accident. The narrative follows the survivors as they are stalked by a ruthless murderer in the days following the incident. As bodies accumulate, evidence mounts to suggest the deceased friend is the culprit, creating a slasher mystery that challenges readers to identify the true killer throughout the story. This work draws on the traditions of supernatural fiction and the whodunnit genre. Coppola structures the text as a screenplay, offering a specific format for those interested in the mechanics of horror storytelling. The plot relies on the tension between the supernatural implication of the dead friend and the reality of a living murderer. It appeals to fans of classic slasher films who enjoy puzzles involving unreliable clues and ghostly suspects. Readers seeking straightforward character development or non-fiction accounts may find this format less engaging. The book is published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform under ISBN 9781515012504. It targets an American audience familiar with campus-based horror tropes. The screenplay format provides a unique perspective on how fear is constructed through dialogue and action rather than internal monologue. Coppola uses the setting of a college environment to heighten the sense of betrayal and isolation among the friends.