Jeff Franklin, born in 1955, is an American writer known for his work in comedy during the 1980s and '90s. He penned Just One of the Guys (1985), a film that cleverly navigates themes of gender identity and societal expectations through humor. Franklin's background in television sitcoms, including his notable contributions to family-oriented shows, informs the comedic sensibilities found in his film work. His writing in Just One of the Guys captures the era's playful yet pointed critique of gender roles, making it a memorable entry in the cult film landscape.
Just One of the Guys
When Terry Griffith loses her high school's writing competition, she's convinced that it's because she's a girl. So Terry decides to change high schools and pose as a boy to prove her point. Her brother, Buddy, helps her pass as a guy so well that she is soon making friends with the boys at school, including the attractive Rick, who becomes her new best friend. But her gender-swapping makes things difficult when she falls in love with him.
