Recent Awards
Reviews
“Rebirth is a classic masterpiece, a sweeping romantic adventure that transcends generations. This is the type of story that is critically acclaimed, wins awards and attracts actors. ” Strong Consider.
- Coverage from Terri Zinner, Los Angeles. http://www.afilmwriter.com/considerscreenplays.html
“The writer has captured the essence of this tumultuous time in world history and delivered on the page like a newborn–naked, screaming and with tenderness. Rebirth has what we call the holy trinity… sex, violence and a well crafted story. Bravo!!! Recommend”
- First Place – http://the-greenlight.hostei.com/tllewis.html
“Rebirth, the story, while currently structured as a screenplay, is complex and multi-layered, full of historic and dramatic resonance and could easily spin off and extend in many directions over numerous episodes and seasons.”
- Joseph Kenny, Award-Winning Screenwriter
Rebirth is a timeless Love Story that transcends a turbulent time, a French counter to England’s Tudors, that reminds us of the perils of unbridled power, and ultimately inspires us to never lose sight of the true power of love and honor.”
- A. K. Remillard, Script Editor
Rebirth is ranked top five in three genres on moviebytes.com winning scripts in action/romance/historical
Blog
AN ALMOST FORGOTTEN TRUE STORY…
The Legacy of Honor: What Johnny Depp and others need to know.
The fight for civil liberty altered the fate of nations.
When one law, one faith, one king is the rule of the day, those who dare to think otherwise risked being the targets of terror and intolerance. Only a few are brave enough to speak their conscience, but not without the risk of death or dungeon. Soon, the name Huguenot (pronounced hoo-guh-no) is applied to these reformers and dissenters, and many Huguenots and Humanists alike stand together in civil disobedience against the combined corruption and and cruelty of church and state.
The Huguenot persecution began with the bravest and best educated nobles and soon included massacres of innocent women and children, simply for their stand on the ideals on freedom, the right to speak their conscience and the right to assemble without fear of persecution. This courage and sacrifice begin the philosophical debate on basic civil liberties and directly led to the basic principles of the U.S. Constitution.
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“Rebirth’s” history also includes the heritage of Robert Duval, Johnny Depp, Warren Buffet, Steve Forbes, Kenneth Branagh, Winston Churchill, over a dozen American Presidents, millions of U.S.and world citizens ( as well as over 75 percent of England’s indigenous population — many of which– unknowingly, share this legacy of honor.) ALL those living in freedom and those longing for freedom will be outraged and ultimately inspired by this provocative true story.
GENEALOGY
Jun 6th, 2011 | By T.L. Lewis | Category: Blog | Edit
Connections: Writing is in my genes. 
Share lineage with…
* Alfred Lord Tennyson, writer. Lineage: Paternal through: Elizabeth Darcy (1584-1650) 12th Great Grandmother of Teresa L Powers Lewis/ 6th Great Grandmother of Alfred Tennyson
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* Louisa May Alcott, writer of “Little Women” and “Little Men”. Related to both Thoreau and Alcott through Thomas Barnes(1623-1691) 9th Great Grandfather of Teresa L Powers Lewis / 4th Great Grandfather of Louisa May Alcott.
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* Sir Walter Scott Scottish Novelist and Poet Ivanhoe, Rob Roy, and The Lady of the Lake. (through Paternal: Jaelia Stallard line) 8th Great Grandmother of Teresa L Powers Lewis/ 7th Great Grandmother of Sir Walter Scott.
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Henry David Thoreau, writer through: Thomas Barnes: 9th Great Grandfather of Teresa L Powers Lewis/ 4th Great Grandfather of Henry David Thoreau.
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* Robert Graves (1895-1985) Paternal Browning line: English Author, scholar, poet, and novelist; Robert Graves produced over 140 works. His famous works include The Long Week-End. Through: Arabella Williamson (1676-1737) 11th Great Grandmother of Teresa L Powers Lewis/ 9th Great Grandmother of Robert Graves.
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An untold true story…
Jun 6th, 2011 | By T.L. Lewis | Category: Blog, News | Edit
My inspiration for the screenplay “Rebirth” was not sought, but found by “accident” and continues to grow with a passionate desire to tell this provocative story of honor and courage. My vision has never dimmed, as I can see with clarity these brave characters coming to life on the big screen– as clearly as the words that created their powerful world and potent images. Rebirth is a timeless tribute to the real heroes that risked all for the liberty that we might be able to write and speak our heart and minds.
Now, with more than a dozen awards, reviews and recommends of “Rebirth”, this rough diamond is waiting to be polished into a profitable film. I know the production process takes time – to get the word out, to get the script read, to inspire a producer also wanting to leave a legacy.
Recent News
Rebirth a Finalist in 2011 Extreme Screenwriting Contest
Excerpt from one judge:
“Rebirth” is a stunningly-visual, extraordinarily-researched story with well-written dialogue and fully-developed characters. Great use of scene transitions and subtext. Judge can feel the writer’s deep attachment and feelings for this personal family saga…”
For more information, visit the Extreme Screenwriting contest page.
Rebirth in TOP FIVE of Three Genres on Moviebytes.com
Moviebytes.com ranks “Rebirth” in the top five in three genres: Drama, Historical and Romance screenplays.
For more information, view the Moviebytes “Rebirth” profile: http://www.moviebytes.com/ws/WinningScripts.cfm?ScriptID=5137
Rebirth Recognition
REBIRTH is an epic classic, glorious and powerful. An extraordinary writer. Coverage by Terri Zinner, Los Angeles.
Dream Quest International Screenwriting Competition
Rebirth earns another recommendation from the 2009 Dream Quest International Screenwriting Competition by ScriptVamp.
Click Here to View the Full Coverage Scorecard
Legacy
We, today, stand on the shoulders of our predecessors who have gone before us. We, as their successors, must catch the torch of freedom and liberty passed on to us by our ancestors. We cannot lose in this battle. Benjamin E. Mays