The Director's Cut
Hollywood, 1962. At the glittering premiere of 'The Gilded Cage' at Grauman's Chinese Theatre, notorious studio mogul Reginald Bartholomew Fontaine III is found face-down in the lobby fountain. Eight suspects — from a fading starlet to an avant-garde screenwriter — must untangle a web of blackmail, sabotaged careers, and stolen scripts before the curtain falls on them all.
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Characters
Veronica Vance
A glamorous blonde bombshell whose career is on the rocks, desperately seeking a comeback role.
Tamara "Tammy" Thompson
A flamboyant costume designer with a flair for the dramatic and a legendary temper.
Barnaby "Barney" Bates
The charismatic leading man of 'The Gilded Cage,' a heartthrob juggling multiple secrets.
Eleanor "Ellie" Emerson
The wide-eyed ingenue of 'The Gilded Cage,' a newcomer to Hollywood with hidden depths.
Chester "Chuck" Sterling
The temperamental director of 'The Gilded Cage,' known for his artistic vision and explosive outbursts.
Silas "Si" Sullivan
The stoic cinematographer, a quiet observer who misses nothing behind the lens.
Penelope "Penny" Piper
A sharp-tongued gossip columnist, always hunting for the next big scoop.
Xavier "X" Xylos
The mysterious, avant-garde screenwriter whose unconventional methods keep everyone guessing.
What You Get
Individual character dossier for each player — with backstory, secrets, and goals
Atmospheric audio narration — introduction, rounds, and dramatic conclusion
Printable PDFs — download, print, and hand out to your guests
Is This Your Kind of Mystery?
Best for
you want a fuller 6 to 8 person table with lots of cross-talk
your group enjoys leaning into character and drama
you want something playful, cheeky, and a bit absurd
Vibe
big personalities, public spectacle, and comic collapse
ego, image, and a lot of theatrical mess
mischief, misunderstandings, and a little comic mayhem
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