Contagion (2011) — Screenplay
As a deadly airborne virus ravages the globe, a CDC epidemiologist races against time to find a cure while society unravels around her.
- Written by
- Scott Z. Burns
- Genre
- Drama, Science Fiction, Thriller
- Studio
- Warner Bros., Anonymous Content
- Length
- 132 pages
This screenplay is a masterclass in multi-threaded storytelling, weaving together the perspectives of scientists, bureaucrats, and civilians with crisp, expository dialogue that propels the plot. Its taut pacing and clinical tone build an unrelenting sense of dread, making it a textbook example of how to craft a high-stakes thriller with an ensemble cast.
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