Houston Comedy Film Festival Crowns Steve Mikals Winner of Best Comedy Feature Screenplay Award

Emerging from two decades of life in the Rockies and owning a beloved bookstore, Steve Mikals steps into a new realm of creativity as the festival winner at the prestigious Houston Comedy Film Festival. With his screenplay ‘Speak Monkey Speak,’ Steve crafts a narrative that transcends the ordinary, drawing inspiration from the celestial musings of Argentine writer Jorge Luis Borges and the gritty realism of hard-boiled fiction by Raymond Chandler. Picture a journey to the zoo, entwined with a brawl at Monkey Island—scenes evoking humor, charm, and a hint of sauciness.

But this isn’t your average bedtime tale; it’s a mature adventure, traversing a spectrum of emotions and imaginings. Visualize otherworldly forces peering down at Earth, decreeing a fresh start in human evolution—an enchanting fusion of humor, magic, and romance ensues, wrapped in a compelling narrative. Influenced by real-life figures like the charismatic musician Christian Serpas from New Orleans, Steve’s characters come alive with authenticity.

Now, adorned with the esteemed title of Winner of the Best Comedy Feature Screenplay Award at the esteemed Houston Comedy Film Festival, Steve basks in the limelight of the filmmaking universe. Filmmakers from across the country gathered to witness his triumphant acceptance of the award, bestowed upon him by festival founder Mikel Fair and new festival director Roselyn Omaka.

Fuelled by this prestigious accolade, Steve is more driven than ever to see “Speak Monkey Speak” evolve into a full-fledged cinematic experience. With the script finely honed and ready for collaboration, Steve invites fellow filmmakers to join him on this extraordinary journey. Are you ready to be a part of something truly exceptional? Reach out to Steve Mikals at stevemikals@gmail.com and embark on a cinematic adventure that promises laughter, love, and an insatiable longing for more.

Houston Comedy Film Festival Director, Roselyn Omaka, with Award Winning Screenwriter Steve Mikals.

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