The New York Skyline
The setting opens with a wide shot of the New York City skyline in the early evening. The sun is setting, casting a golden hue over the tall buildings. Among the landmarks, you can see the newly constructed Chrysler Building rising majestically. The city is bustling with activity; cars moving briskly, people walking, and distant sounds of jazz music emanating from hidden clubs.
New York City, 1925. The epicenter of dreams and decadence.
Charles Manning at the Jazz Club
Inside an opulent jazz club, dimly lit with art deco lamps casting shadows. The stage is alive with musicians playing upbeat jazz. Charles Manning, dressed in a sharp suit and a fedora, sits at a small round table near the stage, a cocktail in hand. He gazes thoughtfully at the musicians, lost in the music, while the background is filled with people dancing and socializing.
Charles Manning finds solace in the rhythm of jazz.
Evelyn Parker, The Flapper
Evelyn Parker is the center of attention in a busy speakeasy. She stands confidently in a stylish flapper dress adorned with fringe and beadwork. Men and women surround her, drawn to her vivacious personality. Evelyn holds a cigarette holder and laughs vivaciously, her eyes sparkling in the dim, smoky light. The background buzzes with the sound of laughter, clinking glasses, and muted jazz.
Evelyn Parker, the embodiment of the Roaring Twenties.
Rosie Johnson on the Typewriter
In a modest apartment, lit by the glow of a single desk lamp, Rosie Johnson works intently on a typewriter. Papers are strewn about her desk, and a cup of coffee steams nearby. Rosie, wearing a simple dress, looks determined as she types. The room is small, cluttered yet cozy, with personal trinkets and photos showing glimpses of her life. The city sounds are faintly heard through the open window.
Rosie Johnson tirelessly chronicles the times.