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Gone with the Wind (1939) — Screenplay

A spoiled Southern belle uses cunning and resilience to survive poverty and war-torn Georgia during Sherman's destructive march, chasing love and fortune against all odds.

Written by
Sidney Howard
Genre
Drama, Romance, History, War
Studio
MGM
Length
259 pages

A masterclass in sweeping historical drama, this script showcases epic pacing and a relentless character arc as its heroine transforms from a pampered princess to a hardened survivor. Howard's dialogue crackles with period authenticity while the structure weaves personal conflict against the brutal backdrop of war, offering a rich study in balancing intimate stakes with historic scale.

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