Description: A drama about the interracial love affair between Sammy Davis Jr. (Jonsson) and actress Kim Novak (Sweeney), set against the backdrop of the Hollywood studio system. The film explores the challenges they faced from the press and society amidst their romance.
Genre: Feature Film
Date Created: 10-24-24
Producer: Jonathan Glickman, Tani Cohen, Bobby Roth, Jon Levin
Writer: Matt Fantaci
Director: Colman Domingo
Cast: Sydney Sweeney, David Jonsson
Location: Los Angeles
Contact: careers@miramax.com, 310-409-4321
Fourward: jlevin@fourwardgroup.com, 424-303-5000
Team 713 Entertainment: tanicohen@team713.net
Fifty-Fifty Films: submissions@fifty-fiftyfilms.com
Scandalous!: A Bold Drama of Love Against All Odds
“Scandalous!” transports audiences to a pivotal moment in Hollywood history, portraying the interracial romance between legendary entertainer Sammy Davis Jr. and iconic actress Kim Novak. Set during an era when racial boundaries defined personal and professional lives, this feature film offers a gripping narrative that explores the complexities of love amid societal pressures. The film’s backdrop of the Hollywood studio system provides a fascinating lens through which to view their relationship, challenging the conventions of the time.
Directed by Colman Domingo and featuring standout performances from Sydney Sweeney as Kim Novak and David Jonsson as Sammy Davis Jr., “Scandalous!” seeks to illuminate the untold stories often overshadowed by the glamorous facade of Tinseltown. The meticulously crafted screenplay by Matt Fantaci dives deep into the struggles both stars faced as their romance became fodder for the media and the public eye. With a rich narrative intertwined with real historical events, this drama promises to resonate deeply with audiences as it highlights love, ambition, and the fight against societal norms.
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