Monica Dupuy

Interdisciplinary Artist

United States

One part creativity, two parts caffeine
NYU Experimental Humanities and Social Engagement 2022
USC School of Cinematic Arts 2019
NYC/LA

I'm an interdisciplinary writer, filmmaker and media scholar who got inspired by the allure of the glitz and glamor of that biz we call show. And when the glitz and glamor gave way to the cold hard reality of being a screenwriter bathed in the lonely light of a computer screen, I kept at it.

My work ranges from comedy to drama to political commentary. Actually, all of it is political commentary. What can I say, it's 2022, if you're not up for political work, it's time to wake up and smell the female empowerment coffee. As a passionate mental health advocate, nearly all my characters suffer from some sort of mental health struggle.

My work is heavily influenced by my home state of California. You'll see a consistent theme of stories set in the Golden State, often helmed by strong female leads who don't quite know when to stop. Or, shut up. Environmentalism, multi species perspectives and a distinct attention to nature's impact on humans also create a through line.

I'm a storyteller through and through. Here are my stories.

Portfolio
Personal Script
Harvest Moon

A government program promises impoverished families that health can be rewarded...but at a cost.

Personal Script
Executive Order #1394

A young college student tries to escape a fate bestowed upon him by a xenophobic president.

Personal Script
How to Say Goodbye

Forced out of housing by the high cost of living in the Bay Area, Kathryn struggles to part with her hometown.

Personal Script
Crisis Point

A young girl has questions for God after finding out she's pregnant.