SLOCUM

Based on true events, in 1910, a humble black farmer is forced to engage with his racist white neighbor, who convinces the white townsfolk that the black members of their community are planning a deadly attack. Armed and riled up, the white men go on the hunt, forcing the farmer, his family, and his black neighbors to take up arms before their community is slaughtered.

  • 'Ron Banks
    Writer
  • Project Type:
    Screenplay
  • Genres:
    Drama, Historical Drama, Period Piece
  • Number of Pages:
    106
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • First-time Screenwriter:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Writer Biography - 'Ron Banks

'Ron Banks is a Dallas, TX based writer and director who got his start with the award winning short film "Slocum: A Taxas Massacre".

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Writer Statement

As a black filmmaker born in the 90's and growing up in the early 2000's my goal is telling narrative stories that realistically portray the black experience in America. My work is driven by the need to challenge the status quo and sheds light on ways that we can all co-exist better on this planet. My writing makes powerful statements on these issues from sociopolitical perspective. I often delve into the impact these circumstances have on people of color and the consequences such as violence and mental health issues.