Knives Out (2019) — Screenplay
After a famous crime novelist dies, detective Benoit Blanc must untangle a family's lies to expose the killer before they escape justice.
- Written by
- Rian Johnson
- Genre
- Comedy, Drama, Crime, Mystery, Thriller
- Length
- 125 pages
This sharp whodunit is a masterclass in subverting genre expectations, using a classic structure to deliver fresh twists. Johnson’s witty, razor-edged dialogue and layered character reveals keep the mystery compelling while offering a smart study in balancing ensemble-driven plot with social commentary.
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