 In 2013, he had a supporting role in "Ain't Them Bodies Saints" that Richard Brody of "The New Yorker" described as being a bar owner who is among an "enticing array of characters".The role was minor according to Scott.In a 2014 interview with BET during publicity for the film "Beyond the Lights" that included Parker and director Gina Prince-Bythewood, Parker stated that in order to "preserve the black man" he would not be willing to act in certain character roles.