- The David Project unfolds as a modern day take on the rise and fall of two mighty political leaders Salvator Rey. David is a promising young man being groomed for leadership by Samuel a community religious leader determined to replace Sal.
- Laced with original music and sprinkled with spoken word and Psalms, The David Project unfolds as a modern day take on the rise and fall of two mighty, charismatic kings - or in this versions, political leaders - and their struggle towards humility and greatness. Salvator Rey, or Sal, has roots deeply embedded in the urban gangster world, and he's not above using bribery, theft, drug running and violence to achieve and maintain power, even as he professes to serve his political constituents as a newly-elected City Councilman. David is a promising young man being groomed for leadership by Samuel, a community religious leader determined to replace his old men-tee Sal, with David. We follow as David courageously goes from boy to man, from giant killer to leader, from honor to disgrace, from joy to agony, and from victory to victory.
- Over a hip-hop, Black/Latin soundtrack, we open on and urban neighborhood. We get a taste of the sights and aromas, the streets and the structures, the people and the rhythm of this old community. ABBY (14) is spray painting graffiti on a huge brick wall covered with her work. It is SAL she is painting, wearing a gold crown -- homage to one of their own rising to greatness. At the sound of police sirens, she grabs the evidence of her artistic assault on the commonplace and takes off. Off a revamped version of the God and Adam panel from the Sistine Chapel (only God and man are painted with black and brown skin), we find SALVATOR REY, or SAL, (30s) viewing the urbanized paining from the comfort of his bed in is spacious, open concept loft. Moments later, while enjoying a cup of coffee and enjoying a view of his "kingdom," he is confronted by SAMUEL (40s), who was once his closest ally and advisor. Samuel warns him that a man with enemies shouldn't stand so close to an open window. He also accuses Sal of trying to start a war between the territorial bosses. Such activities do not befit a man who has just won a legitimate election to the City Council. Sal could care less about what Samuel thinks of him, and makes a not-so-veiled threat that Samuel's time is nearly up. The City Council is merely his way to create a sense of legitimacy, strengthen his grip and expand his territory. Samuel sets his plan in motion - to find Sal's successor. DAVID, just a boy, barely 14, is his choice, and he seeks him out in the unofficial "foster home" where he resides with JESSIE (60s), a former addict with a pure heart for wayward, unloved or abused kids -- despite her rough mouth and attitude -- and seven "adopted brothers." David isn't there, but shows up after having been away for hours. What was he doing? Feeding stray dogs. Chasing away predatory old men stalking kids at the neighborhood playground. Taking care of pigeons on his rooftop. Samuel is pleased with boy's outwardly focused agenda and "anoints" him, telling him there are great plans in-store for him. As Samuel leaves, there is a drive by - he is shot in the leg (an attempt to warn but not kill him). David races to Samuel's side and refuses to leave him, despite the danger. "I knew He was right about you," says Samuel.
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