On the Basis of Sex (2018) — Screenplay
A young lawyer and her husband take on a landmark tax case to challenge a century of gender discrimination before the U.S. Court of Appeals.
- Written by
- Daniel Stiepleman
- Genre
- Drama, Biography
- Length
- 126 pages
Study this script for its elegant integration of legal exposition with intimate character dynamics, showing how personal stakes drive a public fight. The dialogue balances wit and gravity, while the structure builds toward a courtroom climax that rewards careful attention to setup and payoff.
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