Big Shoulders
Big Shoulders
Television (One-hour)
· Historical · 61 pages
Status: Spec
An ex-Black Panther community activist takes on the mayor of Chicago in an effort to bring an end to the violence in the most notorious gang-controlled neighborhood in the country.
Written by
Tate Hamilton
2 Accolades
Accolade Highlights
Top 100,
Launch Pad Pilot Competition 2021
Semifinalist,
Final Draft - Big Break 2021
1 Writer
Los Angeles, CA
Tate Hamilton is a bi writer from the midwest who saw David Cronenberg’s THE FLY at far too young an age, and has been telling stories in the genre space ever since. His surrealist dark comedy DELIVERY GIRL was recently named a finalist in the 2024 Academy Nicholl Fellowship, and his supernatural horror pilot BAKEMONO won Top Drama in the Tracking B...
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As someone who discovered their sexuality later in life, conflict over identity and community are themes that Tate weaves effortlessly into his writing. He expertly takes established genres and finds unique and unconventional ways to flip them on their heads, creating fresh, unique, and diverse stories that explore scientific & philosophical ideas that haven't been depicted on-screen before. With notable Finalist accolades and industry experience as a Producer’s Assistant at The Picture Company, and previously as a Showrunner’s Assistant on the STARZ spin-off series, POWER BOOK IV: INFLUENCE, Tate is ready for a staffing position.
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