American Hustle (2013) — Screenplay
A charming con man and his seductive partner are strong-armed by an erratic FBI agent into a high-stakes scheme that drags them through Jersey's corrupt power circles and mob ties.
- Written by
- David O. Russell, Eric Warren Singer
- Genre
- Drama, Crime
- Studio
- Sony Pictures
- Length
- 154 pages
This screenplay is a masterclass in balancing high-energy dialogue with a grimy, lived-in world that feels authentic to 1970s Jersey. The three leads are drawn with sharp, conflicting motivations, creating a propulsive tension that keeps the con twisting in unpredictable ways. Study how Russell and Singer layer the hustle within the hustle, making every scene a negotiation of power and trust.
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