Freddy, a talented but recently laid-off Hollywood grip, faces the harsh reality of the industry’s downturn as AI and budget cuts gut high-paying union jobs. With bills piling up, he and his spirited wife, Whitney, dread the humiliating prospect of moving back in with his parents. Whitney, already carving out a modest income as an online content creator, is determined to keep their independence. In a moment of desperation and unconventional thinking, Freddy pitches a bold idea: what if Whitney expands her online persona to a more daring, lucrative niche—performing for an audience that craves bold, boundary-pushing content? To Freddy’s surprise, the idea excites him as much as it shocks Whitney.At first, Whitney balks at the suggestion, unsure about blurring the lines of their marriage. But when she sees Freddy’s enthusiasm and realizes the potential to reclaim their financial freedom, she agrees to test the waters. Freddy, ever the planner, ropes in his charismatic former coworker, Chris, a larger-than-life stuntman with a reputation for stealing the show. What starts as a staged performance for Whitney’s growing online audience spirals into a whirlwind of comedic mishaps, unexpected chemistry, and revelations about trust and desire.As Whitney and Freddy navigate this risky new venture, they confront questions of loyalty, ambition, and what it means to reinvent themselves in a world that’s changing faster than they can keep up. Reel Risks is a sharp, heartfelt dramedy about chasing dreams, testing boundaries, and finding connection in the unlikeliest of places amidst Hollywood’s uncertain future.
