Based on the untold true story

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Ada and the Doc is a Southern Gothic courtroom thriller inspired by one of the most sensational murder trials to ever grip the nation. Adapted from the only book ever written about the case, the film explores the story behind the first woman executed by the state of louisiana in 1929.

Set in 1927 southern Louisiana, the story follows Ada LeBoeuf, a Cajun housewife trapped in a violent marriage. When her husband is found dead, Ada and her alleged lover are arrested and put on trial for his murder. Despite a lack of physical evidence, the case becomes a national spectacle fueled by rumor, morality, and small-town politics. Ultimately, Ada Bonner LeBoeuf becomes the first woman executed by the state under the orders of the controversial governor Huey P. Long.

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  • “Combining true crime, period drama, political commentary, feminism, and an almost play-like structure, ADA AND THE DOC succeeds in delivering a multi-genre crime film based on a true story. Audiences from a wide demographic of viewers will immediately be drawn to the concept.... Ada LeBoeuf’s story will resonate with many viewers today as it explores the effects of gossip, the negative consequences of executions, religious corruption, and political greed all at the cost of innocent lives. The writer has an incredible screenplay in their hands and shows so much promise for a career in the industry."

    —the black list

  • “This screenplay is rooted in true events that are without a doubt inherently compelling. Vintage small-town scandal and sensationalism, along with the resulting courtroom drama, is tried-and-true fodder for cinematic storytelling. The sense of time and place is richly achieved, immersing us in the period, the Louisiana environment, and the attitudes of the era. The dialogue is consistently authentic and distinct. From the standpoint of these key aspects of screen craft, Ada and the Doc has plenty to offer to draw us in.”

    —James Napoli, Script analyst - Paradigm Talent agency

  • “The scope of the world built here is ambitious, layered, and textured. I really felt the Louisiana humidity in my bones while reading. The use of Cajun French is not only authentic but also musical on the page. The dialogue carries strong flavor, and the descriptive detail pulls us straight into Morgan City of the 1920s. A beautiful job is done at centering Liberty’s voice. It gives the narrative a haunting perspective that lingers long after the last page… This is tough material, and you’re taking big, bold swings. You’ve got something special here—I can feel it.”

    - Talicia Raggs, Producer & Television Writer