INK & CINEMA JOURNAL

Larger-than-life stories of the wild west - from notorious outlaws like Jesse James and legendary lawmen such as Wyatt Earp to Belle Starr and Wild Bill Hickok.
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Prince of Thieves (book adapted as the movie "The Town")
A compelling crime heist novel that offers more than simply action and suspense.
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Go Down Together: The True, Untold Story of Bonnie & Clyde (Book Notes)
A thoroughly researched and engagingly written account that dispels the myths surrounding Bonnie and Clyde, while painting a nuanced picture of their lives.
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Texas Ranger: The Epic Life of Frank Hamer, The Man Who Killed Bonnie and Clyde (Book Notes)
From cattle rustlers, bandits, labor strikes and corruption to the relentless pursuit of Bonnie and Clyde, Texas Ranger takes the reader on a wild ride of the lawman's legendary life.
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Download and read the 2019 contemporary western crime/drama feature film script.
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The Wettest County in the World (book adapted as the film "Lawless")
The novel is based on the true story of the author's grandfather and great-uncles, who were part of a notorious moonshine gang in Franklin County, Virginia during the Prohibition era.
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Fire in the Hole (book adapted as the TV series "Justified")
A gripping and entertaining collection of stories that showcases author Elmore Leonard's skill as a writer.
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City Primeval: High Noon in Detroit (book adapted as the TV series "Justified: City Primeval")
An atmospheric crime novel that plunges readers into the gritty underbelly of Detroit, where corruption, crime, and moral ambiguity reign.
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Justified: City Primeval (Script)
Download and read scripts from the 2023 modern western, crime series.
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The First Wave: The D-Day Warriors Who Led the Way to Victory in World War II (Book Notes)
A vivid and cinematic account, capturing both the terror of combat and the poignancy of personal stories.
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The Gulf War - Operation Desert Storm (Curated Book List & Notes)
Six books worth reading that explore the U.S. and coalition's campaign in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in August 1990.
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Download and read the 1996 mystery war action movie screenplay.
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Flags of Our Fathers (Book Notes)
A profound, sobering, and deeply respectful tribute to the men who fought at Iwo Jima and to the reality behind one of the most enduring images in American history.
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Billy the Kid: The Endless Ride (Book Notes)
William H. Bonney became a symbol of the lawlessness of the American West during the late 19th century.
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A well-crafted and engaging historical drama that offers a fresh perspective on the life of one of America's most iconic outlaws.
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