Act I: A Son's Yearning (Setup)
Opening Scene: In Atlantis, the civilization thrives under the leadership of Milo and Kida. Advanced technology and ancient wisdom blend harmoniously. Their 11-year-old son, Kaelen, is curious, daring, and fascinated by the world beyond, especially after reading stories from Milo's library.
Kaelen's Restlessness: Despite the wonders of Atlantis, Kaelen feels confined. He often dreams of exploring the world above, where his father once lived adventures and his mother later after.
Departure: One evening, Kaelen secretly stows away on a passing cargo ship. Kida, though worried, understands his curiosity, while Milo frantically searches for clues to track their son.
Act II: Hollywood Dreams (Rising Action)
Arrival in Hollywood: Kaelen arrives in Hollywood, 1939. The city is bustling with glamour, neon lights, and the excitement of the Golden Age of cinema. Awed by the spectacle, Kaelen blends into the crowd but struggles with human customs.
The Mogul's Encounter: Kaelen catches the attention of unscrupulous movie mogul Vincent Hargrave, a cunning but charismatic film producer desperate for a groundbreaking new movie concept. Hargrave sees Kaelen's Atlantean background as a goldmine and tricks him into revealing details about his homeland.
A Secret Journey: Under false pretenses, Hargrave assembles a film crew and convinces Kaelen to lead them to Atlantis. Kaelen, hoping to share the wonders of his home with the world, agrees naively.
Act III: The Siege of Atlantis (Climax)
Unwelcome Arrival: Hargrave and his crew reach Atlantis, marveling at its beauty. Milo and Kida confront Kaelen for bringing strangers to their hidden city. Kaelen realizes his mistake but struggles to regain their trust.
Hargrave's Power Grab: Hargrave reveals his true intentions, seeking to exploit Atlantean technology and resources. With his film crew doubling as mercenaries, he seizes key areas of the city and attempts to coerce Kida into revealing ancient secrets.
Kaelen's Redemption: Determined to make amends, Kaelen rallies his parents and the Atlantean warriors. Using a mix of Atlantean technology and Hollywood-style theatrics, they outwit and overpower Hargrave's forces. The climactic battle sees Kaelen face Hargrave, ultimately outsmarting him and freeing the city.
Act IV: A Family's Understanding (Resolution)
Hargrave's Fate: Hargrave is banished from Atlantis and returns to Hollywood disgraced. His film crew, awed by Atlantis, swear to respect the rules of Atlantis in the future.
Kaelen's Decision: Kaelen, though deeply connected to his heritage, expresses a desire to live outside of Atlantis, explore the world, and forge his own path.
Milo and Kida's Blessing: Remembering their own experiences beyond Atlantis, Milo and Kida respect Kaelen's decision. They embrace him, knowing that no matter where he goes, he will always be part of their family.
Epilogue: A New Journey Begins
Kaelen's Departure: With his parents' blessings, Kaelen departs for the surface world, carrying a journal filled with Atlantean wisdom. He promises to visit and share stories of his adventures.
Atlantis Thrives: Milo and Kida watch proudly as Atlantis continues to flourish, knowing they have raised a son who embodies the courage and wisdom of their ancestors.
Final Scene: Kaelen walks through a bustling street in a new city, ready for his next adventure, as the sun sets—a symbol of new beginnings.