INK, CINEMA & HISTORY

Black Hawk Down: A Story of Modern War (Book Notes)

The true story of the Battle of Mogadishu in 1993.

Black Hawk Down (Script)

Download and read the 2001 action/war feature film script.

Black Hawk Down (Story Structure for Writers)

Breakdown of the story structure of the 2001 action/war film.

American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. History (Book Notes)

A poignant & thought-provoking memoir that provides a firsthand account of the experiences & challenges faced by a Navy SEAL sniper during his deployments in Iraq.

American Sniper (Script)

Download and read the 2014 action/war feature film script.

Public Enemies: America’s Greatest Crime Wave and the Birth of the FBI, 1933-1934 (Book Notes)

The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of organized crime in America.

Public Enemies (Book to Screen)

The film Public Enemies is an example of why straying from the book is sometimes necessary for screenwriters to create a better experience for movie-goers.

Public Enemies (Script)

Download and read the 2009 historical crime/drama feature film script.

The Operator: Firing the Shots that Killed Osama Bin Laden and My Years as a SEAL Team Warrior (the true story depicted in the movie "Zero Dark Thirty")

A gripping narrative of the operation to capture or kill Osama Bin Laden by U.S. Navy SEAL Team 6.

Zero Dark Thirty (Script)

Download and read the 2012 political-thriller war/drama feature film script.

Echo Among Warriors: Close Combat in the Jungle of Vietnam (Book Notes)

A fictionalized account that reads like a true story, Echo Among Warriors weaves a realistic narrative of what it was like to be a Marine in Vietnam.

Full Metal Jacket (Script)

Download and read the 1987 war feature film script.

American Rebel: The Life of Clint Eastwood (Book Notes)

A compelling and well-researched portrait of one of Hollywood's most enduring and enigmatic figures.

A Perfect World (Script)

Download and read the 1993 modern western crime/thriller feature film script.

The Gauntlet (Script)

Download and read the 1977 crime/action feature film script.

The Gauntlet (Story Structure for Writers)

Breakdown of the story structure of the 1977 crime/action film The Gauntlet.

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil (Book Notes)

The book remains a beloved classic of Southern literature, offering a fascinating glimpse into a world that is both glamorous and sinister, beautiful, and haunting.

Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil (Script)

Download and read the 1997 crime/mystery feature film script.

Santa Fe Noir (Book Notes)

A collection of 14 short stories exploring the criminal element of the "Land of Enchantment".

Palm Springs Noir (Book Notes)

A collection of short stories exploring the dark side of the California desert's Coachella Valley.

Detroit Noir (Book Notes)

A collection of 15 short stories that delve into the gritty underbelly of Detroit.

The Life of Crime: Detecting the History of Mysteries and their Creators (Book Notes)

A captivating and educational journey through the rich tapestry of crime fiction.

Chasing the Light: Writing, Directing, and Surviving Platoon, Midnight Express, Scarface, Salvador, and the Movie Game - Oliver Stone (Book Notes)

A gripping memoir that illuminates the early life and career of one of Hollywood’s most controversial and visionary filmmakers.

Platoon (Script)

Download and read the 1986 action/war drama script.

The Last Action Heroes: The Triumphs, Flops, and Feuds of Hollywood's Kings of Carnage (Book Notes)

An enthralling and in-depth exploration of the iconic stars who ruled the action genre in Hollywood during the late 20th century.