The Escort
Director: Joshua Michael Payne
Narrative Short
Drama, Dramedy |
USA |
15 min
A troubled young man, Tommy, hires an escort, Lucy, to keep him company. While Tommy is all thumbs, Lucy goes about business like a pro. But what Tommy has in store for Lucy may test the limits of her professionalism.
Screens in Shorts Program: Grind
Shorts Program: Grind
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Basie Center Cinemas
| Ticket Type | Price | Qty. | Add To Cart |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shorts Program: Grind 6/13 8:00PM Basie | $20 |
Director’s bio:
Growing up as the son of a gay preacher in rural Pennsylvania, director Joshua Michael Payne developed an early fascination with the complexities of the human condition. As a teenager, he moved to New York City to study acting and filmmaking, where he began creating award-winning short films exploring the intersection of spirituality and sexuality. His work, including the festival favorite Doesn’t Fall Far, has since been seen by thousands around the world. Today, Joshua shares story-driven travel content with millions of viewers on YouTube under the name “Josh Payne!”