American Ultra (2015) — Screenplay
A small-town stoner discovers he's a dormant government assassin and must fight off a lethal agency squad to survive with his girlfriend.
- Written by
- Max Landis
- Genre
- Comedy, Science Fiction, Action
- Length
- 110 pages
Max Landis's script is a masterclass in tonal juggling, blending stoner comedy with high-octane action. Study how the dialogue maintains a consistent voice even as the plot escalates, and how the lead's internal conflict—between his mundane life and lethal programming—drives a compelling character arc.
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