Private Project

All Screwed Up

DJ Screw’s signature slowed down sound is quickly becoming a hallmark of the south. Although the music is slow, money, fame, and success comes at DJ Screw AND The S.U.C fast, becoming the catalyst for an intense rivalry and marking the group a walking target among Police aiming to dismantle Screw’s entire operation.

  • Isaac Yowman
    Writer
    Venom Brisk Commercial (Sony, Marvel, Complex), The Holy Spoof (Independent), No Change (Independent)
  • Shannan Johnson
    Writer
  • Miriam Heads
    Producer
  • Isaac Yowman
    Director
    Venom Brisk Commercial (Sony, Marvel, Complex), The Holy Spoof (Independent), No Change (Independent)
  • Rosha Washington
    Key Cast
    "DJ Screw"
  • Lashae McCray Boone
    Key Cast
    "Nikki"
  • Paigion Walker
    Key Cast
    "Ida Mae"
    106 & Park (BET)
  • Phillip Wade
    Key Cast
    "Robert Davis Sr."
    The Holy Spoof (independent)
  • Kyle-Anthony Mosley
    Key Cast
    "Robert Davis Jr. (Kid DJ Screw)"
  • Marqus Clae
    Key Cast
    "Toe"
    Shots Fired (FOX), Cloak & Dagger (Freeform)
  • Diamond Lyons
    Key Cast
    "Trey Adkins"
    The Upshaws (Netflix)
  • Dean Wil
    Key Cast
    "Landlord"
    All American (CW)
  • Rizzo Rizzo
    Key Cast
    "Northsider"
    Musician
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Drama, Biopic
  • Runtime:
    32 minutes 10 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    October 30, 2020
  • Production Budget:
    94,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    RED
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Isaac Yowman

Isaac "Chill" Yowman (IMDB), multi-platinum music producer and songwriter, has a passion for filmmaking. His past work includes working with Beyoncé, Snoop Dogg, Trey Songs and Rick Ross. He has over a decade of experience directing content for brands such as Sony Pictures, Netflix, Adidas, BET, and Airbnb.


He brings his extensive knowledge of cinematography and storytelling to this documentary and will serve as the Director and as an Executive Producer. Growing up in Houston and living the day to day that screw lived, makes him uniquely suited to tell this story.

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Director Statement

The idea of telling the story of DJ Screw is just as important today as it was during the time of his passing in 2000. A story of social injustice & triumph, this narrative depicts the power of a man that prevailed over the adversities that blanketed his community and used his experiences to create a legacy that lives on today.

Screw's impact on southern culture is no secret, but his influence on music globally is a story untold. As a native Houstonian and someone that grew up on Screw's sound, it's my honor to make sure his story is properly documented. 2020 was the 20tn anniversary of his passing, so telling the full story of DJ Screw was vital - the good, the bad, and the will to overcome.

-Isaac