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LAbyrinth: The True Story of "City of Lies", the Murders of Tupac Shakur and Notorious B.I.G., and the Implication of the Los Angeles Police Department (Book Notes)

A meticulously researched and captivating exploration of the interconnected murders of two iconic rap artists, and the alleged corruption within the LAPD.

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.

Justified (Script)

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Fire in the Hole (book adapted as the TV series "Justified")

A gripping and entertaining collection of stories that showcases Elmore Leonard's skill as a writer.

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.

American Gangster (Script)

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Original Gangster: The Real Life Story of One of America's Most Notorious Drug Lords (the true story depicted in the film "American Gangster")

A riveting and introspective account of Frank Lucas's life, providing a window into the underworld of drug trafficking while also exploring the human side of a notorious figure.

Godfather of Harlem (Script)

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Young Guns (Script)

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Billy the Kid: The Endless Ride (the true story depicted in the film "Young Guns")

William H. Bonney became a symbol of the lawlessness of the American West during the late 19th century.

Billy the Kid (Script)

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Billy the Kid (TV Notes)

A well-crafted and engaging historical drama that offers a fresh perspective on the life of one of America's most iconic outlaws.

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.

The Devil All The Time (Book Notes)

Set in the rural town of Knockemstiff, Ohio, the story follows the lives of several characters whose paths intersect in unexpected and often violent ways. 

The Pale Blue Eye (Book Notes)

A masterful work of historical fiction that seamlessly blends fact and fiction to create a compelling and suspenseful mystery.

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)

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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.

The Gentlemen (Story Structure/Breakdown)

Breaking down the story structure of the 2019 action/crime/comedy film The Gentlemen.

The Gentlemen (Script)

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Backdraft (Story Structure/Breakdown)

Breaking down the story structure of the 1991 action/mystery film Backdraft.

Backdraft (Script)

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Con Air (Story Structure/Breakdown)

Breaking down the story structure of the 1997 action/crime/comedy film Con Air.

Con Air (Script)

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Gran Torino (Script)

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