The demos below preview original songs written for Duet, a music-driven character drama. Each track is part of an original soundtrack designed to stand alone as a work of art while offering an additional revenue stream.
Together, they trace the film’s emotional arc — from loss and longing to hope and healing.
A rough-edged barroom tune Ethan belts out early in the film — soaked in whiskey, wit, and working-class despair. This number sets the tone for his broken, restless state.
A worship song inspired by the Book of Ruth. This is Ethan’s introduction to Annie — their first encounter in the choir, where her faith and clarity begin to unsettle his cynicism.
Annie records this song at Tiny’s studio for Ethan to take to Nashville. It’s a vulnerable, decisive moment where she chooses to stand in her own voice, even when Ethan falters.
A ballad from Ethan’s past reveals an unseen side of him. It lingers as a reminder of lost love and failure, contrasting with the new partnership he resists with Annie.
Ethan and Annie debut their duet at a local café — a moment of triumph and connection. But even as their voices blend in harmony, disaster strikes: Ethan’s farmhouse burns to the ground. Only Annie’s daughter, her babysitter, and a blue macaw escape. The song’s refrain of fulfillment collides with sudden loss, casting doubt on whether hope can endure.
On his way to a mountain retreat, Ethan detours through Greenwich Village, where his career began. Driving past old haunts, he recalls his early years chasing dreams of being a famous songwriter. The song becomes a window into the youthful ambition he lost — and still longs to reclaim.
Annie’s turning-point anthem. After the fire, she watches Ethan retreat and sings her own truth — a solo that reclaims her strength and reframes their story.
Ethan’s unreleased romantic folk song, rediscovered after the farmhouse fire. It expresses the fragile nature of first love — and the slim hope that such love might survive loss.
A biting performance that captures Ethan’s pride and the damage of his own name. This number underscores his reputation as both a talent and a self-sabotager.
A melody that drifts in and out through the story finally emerges in full as Ethan’s solo. In the film’s closing moments, he sings it as a raw confession of love for Annie — his most honest and redemptive act.
The songs above don’t just accompany Duet—they are the heartbeat of the story, carrying its emotional arc and soul. Each track threads directly into the film’s narrative, some featured in pivotal montage sequences, others reimagined and performed by the cast for the screen. For a deeper look, the full pitch deck and investor screener are available by contacting Howard Donnell at contact@narragate.com.
Beyond the film, Duet expands into music. A companion album—featuring the actors’ performances—will launch in sync with the theatrical release, creating a powerful cross-market experience that reaches both film lovers and music audiences.
Soundtrack LP investment opportunities are available.
Detailed materials — including budgets, prospectus, and screenplay — are provided to qualified investors upon signing a standard Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).
