RANK HAS ITS PRIVILEGES — John O'Brien

Ed Stone, a baby boomer, spent his youth rebelling against his domineering
mother. When Ed graduates from college (1977) and takes a corporate position,
he expects to achieve happiness with his new independence. Ed's immature
expectations with attractive women and conflicts with his corporate superiors
cause him to question the direction of his life. A personal crisis leads Ed to
search for new meaning in his life. His aunt and a priest help Ed to spiritually
grow by seeing God's presence in everyday experiences. Ed strives to improve
relationships with friends and family members He accepts the realities of his
impossible work situation and follows the dictates of his conscience to stop
corporate corruption at the risk of losing his career.