Inherent Vice (2014) — Screenplay
A stoner private eye in 1970s Los Angeles hunts for his vanished ex-girlfriend, tangling with shady characters and his own hazy reality.
- Written by
- Paul Thomas Anderson
- Genre
- Comedy, Drama, Crime
- Studio
- Warner Bros.
- Length
- 129 pages
Study this screenplay for its deft tonal balance between noir mystery and wry comedy, plus its vivid, period-specific dialogue that brings each quirky character to life. Anderson’s loose, episodic structure keeps the plot engaging while prioritizing atmosphere and character over conventional thriller beats.
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