A visionary screenplay, conceived for a young David Bowie, remains unrealized on film, its dark and disturbing narrative locked within the pages. Michael Armstrong's original 1967 script, titled 'Mutants,' was intended as a vehicle for a then-unknown David Bowie, but the film was never ultimately produced. This publication marks the first time the complete screenplay is available, offering insight into its writing history and the reasons behind its cinematic abandonment. The narrative explores themes that were ahead of their time, contributing to its eventual shelving.

The publication of Michael Armstrong's 'Mutants' screenplay offers a fascinating glimpse into a lost cinematic opportunity. The work is presented with a detailed history, explaining the circumstances that prevented its filming and the creative vision behind it. As a first-time publication, it serves as a valuable document for film historians and fans of David Bowie, shedding light on a project that never reached the screen. The narrative's dark and disturbing nature, coupled with its intended star, makes it a subject of considerable interest for those exploring the 'what-ifs' of cinema history.