Joe Carnahan

3 scenes available · Neo-noir, Crime Thriller, Neo-noir, Romantic Thriller

monologues by Joe Carnahan duologues by Joe Carnahan film scenes

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monologue

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The Unmasking of Junior

White Jazz

by Matthew Michael Carnahan, Joe Carnahan

A detective uncovers the disturbing secret life of his partner while searching a booby-trapped apartment. He discovers evidence of betrayal, obsession, and a calculated plan to trade information to the FBI in exchange for a career advancement.

Leading Man Detective Anti-Hero+2

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duologue

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The Confession and the Bargain

White Jazz

by Matthew Michael Carnahan, Joe Carnahan

A corrupt cop arrives at a woman's house bleeding and battered to warn her that her involvement in a murder is about to be exposed. He takes her to a remote hideout in Topanga Canyon, revealing his decision to protect her rather than exploit her. The scene explores the tension between their mutual distrust and a growing, dangerous attraction.

Anti-Hero Femme Fatale Detective+2

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duologue

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The Weight of a Badge

White Jazz

by Matthew Michael Carnahan, Joe Carnahan

In a high-stakes interrogation, Klein attempts to negotiate his freedom by offering up evidence of deep-seated LAPD corruption to federal investigator Welles Noonan. Despite the mutual animosity and threats of life imprisonment, Klein manages to bait Noonan into a temporary alliance, unaware that Noonan intends to betray the agreement as soon as the evidence is delivered.

Anti-Hero Authority Figure Criminal+2

About Joe Carnahan

Browse 3 audition scenes and monologues written by Joe Carnahan, including scenes from White Jazz. Carnahan's work on AuditionScenes spans neo-noir, crime thriller and neo-noir, romantic thriller and features monologues and duologues drawn from film. These scenes are particularly suited for self tape, general practice, agent showcase. Each scene includes Director's Notes with performance guidance, character analysis, and a downloadable PDF.