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Malicious Life
The Hollywood Con Queen, Part 1
Aug 7, 2024
Two aspiring screenwriters face a devastating trap when they think they've found a chance to pitch their script to a major film corporation. Instead, they fall prey to a cunning scam that shatters their dreams and friendship. As tensions rise, they navigate the complexities of the film industry, revealing the dark side of ambition and exploitation. Meanwhile, a corporate investigator uncovers a web of deception tied to the sinister Hollywood Con Queen, exposing manipulation and betrayal that runs deep in Hollywood's glitzy facade.
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- The Hollywood Con Queen's elaborate scam exploited aspiring screenwriters, leading them to incur significant financial losses and emotional turmoil.
- Tensions and manipulation within the con victim's relationships highlighted the severe personal consequences of falling prey to deceitful schemes.
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The Setup of a Scam
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