Extraction (2020) — Screenplay
A fearless mercenary must rescue a crime lord's kidnapped son from rival captors in a deadly extraction that pushes him to his limits.
- Written by
- Joe Russo
- Genre
- Action, Thriller
- Length
- 127 pages
This screenplay is a masterclass in relentless pacing and visceral action choreography, with a clear, efficient setup that drops the protagonist straight into the conflict. Its tight structure shows how to maintain tension across set pieces while grounding the hero's arc in a personal stakes-driven quest, making it a valuable study for crafting high-octane thrillers.
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