Feature Length (120 min), A gay, black inner-city detective arrives at a rural ski resort for some much-needed R&R, but instead discovers racism, misogyny, homophobia, transphobia, sexual assault and murder. Can he figure out whodunit before there's another victim?
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- Platinum Winner of International Independent Film Festival Feature Script Award, 2023
- Winner of New York International Film Awards Best Dark Comedy Screenplay Award, 2024
- Winner of Los Angeles Film Awards Best Dark Comedy Screenplay Award, 2024
- Winner of Thing in the Basement Horror Festival Best Mystery Screenplay Award, 2024
- Winner of Georgia Comedy Film Festival Best Georgia Screenplay Award, 2024
- Ranked 92/100 at Georgia Comedy Film Festival, 2024
- Finalist in Los Angeles Crime and Horror Film Festival, 2024
- Finalist in Austin Comedy Film Festival, 2024
- Semifinalist in Yeti FilmFest, 2024
- Honorable Mention in Frights! Camera! Action! Horror Screenplay Contest, 2024
- Official Selection of Montreal Independent Film Festival, 2024
- Official Selection of Austin After Dark Film Festival, 2024
- Official Selection of Portland Comedy Film Festival, 2024
"This script is so artfully done. The comedy moments are smashed right up against the discomfort and disgusting moments." (Chris Kuebler, Merely Writers, 2023)
"This is incredible. And the acting and direction is impeccable!" (Sherry Paulson, Merely Writers, 2023)
"The screenwriter excels at building tension and using humor to tackle serious issues. Despite occasional pacing issues, the story's clever structure and thought-provoking ending make for a compelling, if imperfect, screenplay that leaves a lasting impact." (Austin After Dark Film Festival, Official Feedback, 2024)
"The political satire and race/class warfare is clear in this Agatha Christie-like murder mystery that brings together a cavalcade of ridiculous and over-the-top characters that are all at each other's throats. The writer undertakes a hefty challenge to set the entire story mostly in one location, in a single room, for an over two-and-a-half hour runtime, keeping the audience engaged through conflicts and conversations that constantly shift, weave, and turn in humorous or intense ways. Using the structure of a murder mystery, the script tackles difficult and complex subjects like American race, class, and even gender relationships to deliver a complicated mystery of the death of a very despicable and hateful man. As the story progresses, the murder itself takes a backseat in favor of tackling the heftier topics, with full-on confrontations and revelations occurring that further complicate the crime. There are also moments of levity that help keep the story entertaining and approachable, having a rather dark and twisted sense of humor that plays into the larger-than-life ensemble. Finally, Lincoln himself shows some strong flaws that make him a complex protagonist, one who both perpetrates and is victimized by the world he inhabits." (Black List Evaluation, 2023)
"YOUR PRIVILEGE IS SHOWING is a funny and clever screenplay that tackles serious societal issues in unexpected comedy scenarios. The diverse characters are vividly drawn and memorable. The writer did a bold, heartfelt job creating an ensemble that stays with you after the story ends... The rich dialogue develops the characters well and provides lots of witty entertainment... Overall, this socially critical yet humorous piece has great promise to resonate with audiences who enjoy blending comedy with commentary on contemporary issues." (Judge #1, Georgia Comedy Film Festival, 2024)
"YOUR PRIVILEGE IS SHOWING is a funny and clever movie script that manages to make you laugh while also making you think about important issues in our society. The best part is how it mixes humor with a serious look at these problems, which makes it both fun to read and meaningful. Some of the conversations between characters might seem a bit familiar or overdone, but this actually works well in the story. It's like a comforting thing you recognize in the middle of all the craziness, and it makes the whole experience even better... Your Privilege is Showing is definitely worth reading for anyone who loves comedies that are a bit quirky and also have something thoughtful to say about the world we live in." (Judge #2, Georgia Comedy Film Festival, 2024)
"This bold screenplay fearlessly tackles racism and stereotypes, delivering a gripping dark comedy that doesn't pull punches. The writer's courage in addressing sensitive topics is commendable, creating thought-provoking dialogue and complex characters. The high page count and lengthy scenes might deter some production companies. With some refinement to tighten scenes, this screenplay could be a powerful, timely film. Despite its flaws, the writer's ability to blend humor with serious issues makes for a compelling, if challenging, read that leaves a lasting impression." (Judge #3, Austin Comedy Film Festival, 2024)
"Score: 7/10. The script has many unique characters each one with a different backstory which brings the plot to an interesting turn of events. Our main character, Detective Masterson, is a no-nonsense guy who just needs a break from his own reality. The writer does well to give him a backstory that is similar to the situation he finds himself in currently... he is clearly riled up enough to be ready to take on any person who gets in the way of his resting time. Mr. Moreland is a character similar to Donald Trump, and his racism, sexism and abuse of his power shows that he only cares about himself. The writer does well to show the audience just how little Mr. Moreland cares for those around him and how easily he can lie even to a detective paying to stay at one of his rooms. Ellen and Arnell, the staff working at the resort, are clearly just there to have a job, they face the verbal abuse from Mr. Moreland and always give him what he wants when he wants it, which makes it easy to understand why they simply don't resign and find better working conditions... The hiker Jordan is a nice touch from the writer's perspective to show us someone that would be on Mr. Moreland's side, someone blind to his true nature, as Jordan accepts all the insults as compliments, accepts his dirty money and even defends him when in interrogation. This helps even the playing field when ****** [spoiler] is killed, and gives the detective more suspects to work with... Arnell's dialogue brings humor to the script... his interaction with Mrs. Putnik and his responses to the rest of the characters is light-hearted and funny at times... The writer does well to introduce Brantley to the audience as a gaming-addicted teen who surprisingly is not. He's smart, has the correct vocabulary to get into a proper conversation with a detective and even ***** [spoiler]... The length of the script can be shortened, even though there are great events that takes place throughout the script... The writer uses flashbacks to help set the backstories which helps move the script forward and does well on showing rather than telling... The plot is a great concept, especially once the events start taking place and the characters are all bundled into one hectic situation... Overall, this is a script that is marketable and will do well if the writer just shortens it a little bit in the beginning to speed things up for the big events to take place quicker. (Official feedback from Political Film Festival, 2024)
"I read your script all the way through twice and found it quite amusing and laughed out loud more than once. That's hard to do an congratulations on that... I love your writing." (Robert Young, Producer of The Dr. Demento Show, 2024)
"I like how the screenwriter introduces a variety of characters... The story tackles issues of racism, privilege, and violence with biting humor." (Austin After Dark Film Festival, Official Feedback, 2024)
