Seahawk
A Storm Is Coming!

Logline

A green young seaman signs onto the freighter Seahawk for his first trip across the Pacific and is thrown into a world of salt, sweat, and steel. As he learns the brutal rhythms of life at sea, he falls for the captain’s goddaughter — a woman as tough and capable as the men around her. But when a treacherous first mate smuggles two mobsters aboard and a monstrous storm bears down, the crew must fight the sea, their fear, and each other to keep the ship — and themselves — alive.


Writers

Evan Langston
Evan Langston
Written by

Evan Langston is an award-winning editor with over 30 years in film. He is also a literary writer, bringing a sharp eye for story, character, and pacing.

Frank Orsatti
Original story

Frank Orsatti was a legendary Hollywood stuntman whose career spanned some of the most iconic action films of the late 20th century, including The Terminator, Con Air, Lethal Weapon 2 & 3, First Blood, and Point Break. A member of Stunts Unlimited, he doubled for actors such as Arnold Schwarzenegger and Burt Reynolds. Seahawk is drawn from the life Frank lived before the film world — experiences he carried with him long before he ever stepped onto a set.

Frank Orsatti

Industry

Investment, acquisition, and production inquiries: Seahawk is currently open to discussions regarding financing, partnerships, and acquisition opportunities. For materials, availability, or further information, please contact seahawkthemovie@gmail.com.

Writers

Evan Langston
Evan Langston
Writer

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Frank Orsatti
Frank Orsatti
Original Story

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About

“Seahawk”
A Film Based on the True Events of Frank Orsatti
Written by Evan Langston   |   Original Story by Frank Orsatti


I. Logline

A green young seaman signs onto the freighter Seahawk for his first trip across the Pacific and is thrown into a world of salt, sweat, and steel. As he learns the brutal rhythms of life at sea, he falls for the captain’s goddaughter — a woman as tough and capable as the men around her. But when a treacherous first mate smuggles two mobsters aboard and a monstrous storm bears down, the crew must fight the sea, their fear, and each other to keep the ship — and themselves — alive.


About Evan Langston

Evan Langston is the writer of Seahawk. He adapts the original story and firsthand experiences of Frank Orsatti into a narrative built for the screen, focusing on character, tension, and the lived reality of work at sea.

About Frank Orsatti

Frank Orsatti is the originator of the story and the real-life source of the events depicted in Seahawk.

About

“Seahawk”
A Film Based on the True Events of Frank Orsatti
Written by Evan Langston   |   Original Story by Frank Orsatti


I. Logline

A green young seaman signs onto the freighter Seahawk for his first trip across the Pacific and is thrown into a world of salt, sweat, and steel. As he learns the brutal rhythms of life at sea, he falls for the captain’s goddaughter — a woman as tough and capable as the men around her. But when a treacherous first mate smuggles two mobsters aboard and a monstrous storm bears down, the crew must fight the sea, their fear, and each other to keep the ship — and themselves — alive.


About Evan Langston

Evan Langston is the writer of Seahawk. He adapts the original story and firsthand experiences of Frank Orsatti into a narrative built for the screen, focusing on character, tension, and the lived reality of work at sea.

About Frank Orsatti

Frank Orsatti is the originator of the story and the real-life source of the events depicted in Seahawk.

About

“Seahawk”
A Film Based on the True Events of Frank Orsatti
Written by Evan Langston   |   Original Story by Frank Orsatti


I. Logline

A green young seaman signs onto the freighter Seahawk for his first trip across the Pacific and is thrown into a world of salt, sweat, and steel. As he learns the brutal rhythms of life at sea, he falls for the captain’s goddaughter — a woman as tough and capable as the men around her. But when a treacherous first mate smuggles two mobsters aboard and a monstrous storm bears down, the crew must fight the sea, their fear, and each other to keep the ship — and themselves — alive.


About Evan Langston

Evan Langston is the writer of Seahawk. He adapts the original story and firsthand experiences of Frank Orsatti into a narrative built for the screen, focusing on character, tension, and the lived reality of work at sea.

About Frank Orsatti

Frank Orsatti is the originator of the story and the real-life source of the events depicted in Seahawk.

About

“Seahawk”
A Film Based on the True Events of Frank Orsatti
Written by Evan Langston   |   Original Story by Frank Orsatti


I. Logline

A green young seaman signs onto the freighter Seahawk for his first trip across the Pacific and is thrown into a world of salt, sweat, and steel. As he learns the brutal rhythms of life at sea, he falls for the captain’s goddaughter — a woman as tough and capable as the men around her. But when a treacherous first mate smuggles two mobsters aboard and a monstrous storm bears down, the crew must fight the sea, their fear, and each other to keep the ship — and themselves — alive.


About Evan Langston

Evan Langston is the writer of Seahawk. He adapts the original story and firsthand experiences of Frank Orsatti into a narrative built for the screen, focusing on character, tension, and the lived reality of work at sea.

About Frank Orsatti

Frank Orsatti is the originator of the story and the real-life source of the events depicted in Seahawk.

Official Selection - Zed Fest Film Festival & Screenplay Competition Quarterfinalist - Emerging Screenwriters 2026 Official Selection - New York Screenplay Competition Official Selection - WILDsound