INK, CINEMA & HISTORY

The Gauntlet (Story Structure for Writers)
Breakdown of the story structure of the 1977 crime/action film The Gauntlet.
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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.
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Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil (Script)
Download and read the 1997 crime/mystery feature film script.
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A collection of 14 short stories exploring the criminal element of the "Land of Enchantment".
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Palm Springs Noir (Book Notes)
A collection of short stories exploring the dark side of the California desert's Coachella Valley.
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A collection of 15 short stories that delve into the gritty underbelly of Detroit.
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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.
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Nothing Lasts Forever (book adapted as the film "Die Hard")
A pulse-pounding thriller that combines intricate character development with relentless action.
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Die Hard (Story Structure for Writers)
Breakdown of the story structure of the 1988 crime/action movie.
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California Fire and Life (Book Notes)
A hard-hitting, well-crafted crime novel that combines realistic procedural detail with an engaging, flawed protagonist.
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Backdraft (Story Structure for Writers)
Breakdown of the story structure of the 1991 action and mystery movie.
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An action-packed and emotionally resonant thriller that combines a fast-paced fugitive chase with the personal struggles of its protagonists.
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Con Air (Story Structure for Writers)
Breakdown of the story structure of the 1997 action/crime comedy film.
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Download and read the 1978 crime romance/drama feature film script.
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The Gentlemen (Story Structure for Writers)
Breakdown of the story structure of the 2019 action/crime comedy film.
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The French Connection (Script)
Download and read the 1971 Oscar winning crime/action film script.
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Trejo: My Life of Crime, Redemption, and Hollywood - Danny Trejo (Book Notes)
This memoir is a must-read for fans of Trejo’s work, individuals interested in stories of personal transformation, and readers fascinated by Hollywood’s underdog stories.
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