Private Project

LEGIT

The story of one woman's struggle to be the top executive of the oldest profession in the biggest city. In the city that never sleeps, Kathleen Oakmont is considered the gate-keeper to it's darkest desires. A Madam by trade, she runs the most successful and luxurious brothel in Manhattan. A trusted confidant of her clients, Madam Kat, knows how to run a good business. She's ruthless, loyal, and is the keeper of many secrets for her high ranking clientele.
It's not until an upcoming election to make prostitution legal, stirs up Kathleen's structure, that makes her worry for her security. Times are changing and everyone is coming out of the woodwork for this new idea, including Kathleen's rival, Georgie Dean, who threatens to turn her business into a meat factory.
Luckily, Madam Kat's top client, Congressman Brian Figarello, is here to provide the inside tips and deep pockets. All the characters come out to play, sides are swapped, and needs are satiated, as the underbelly of New York is shown to be it's strongest asset in this dark comedy.

  • Jordan Elizabeth Gelber
    Director
  • Tom Kohut
    Director
  • Tom Kohut
    Writer
  • Jordan Elizabeth Gelber
    Writer
  • Eve Austin - Producer
    Producer
  • Christine Verleny - Executive Producer
    Producer
  • Jordan Elizabeth Gelber - Associate Producer
    Producer
  • Tom Kohut - Associate Producer
    Producer
  • Eve Austin
    Key Cast
  • Christine Verleny
    Key Cast
  • Anthony Grasso
    Key Cast
  • Beau Allen
    Key Cast
  • Jeanine Bartel
    Key Cast
  • Shauna Pinkett
    Key Cast
  • Stephanie Ellen Almeida
    Key Cast
  • David Hilfstein
    Key Cast
  • Jordan Elizabeth Gelber
    Key Cast
  • Annette Guarrasi
    Key Cast
  • Carol Jacobanis
    Key Cast
  • Amye Lewis
    Key Cast
  • Matthew Ryan Wilson
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    comedy, drama
  • Runtime:
    15 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    September 1, 2016
  • Production Budget:
    5,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Jordan Elizabeth Gelber, Tom Kohut

Jordan Elizabeth Gelber and Tom Kohut have been dreaming of working in the Entertainment industry since they met in their Performing Arts High School in 2003. In 2013, Jordan launched the company Starbaby Enterprises, a production firm geared towards professionals in the Entertainment industry. When Tom joined on as Production Officer in 2014, they continue to fuel their love for performing and filmmaking by developing several productions for both tv and film. They both have been acting professionally for over 10 years.

LEGIT is their first original screenplay as a team, they are first time filmmakers.

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Director Statement

This project would never have happened without our Producer Eve Austin and our Executive Producer Christine Verleny. When Eve first came to us about the project, we were so inspired to write the story of Madam Kat and the dark world she played it. It has been such a thrill to write and direct this short. We are so thankful for the support of Eve and Christine, and are forever grateful that they chose us to work on this exciting piece.