Live and Let Die (1973) — Screenplay
James Bond tracks a British agent's murder in New Orleans and uncovers a drug-trafficking plot led by the enigmatic Mr. Big.
- Written by
- Tom Mankiewicz
- Genre
- Action, Adventure, Thriller
- Studio
- Eon Productions, United Artists, MGM
- Length
- 121 pages
A masterclass in pacing and tonal balance, this script shifts from gritty detective work to high-octane action with seamless rhythm. Mankiewicz's sharp dialogue and vivid portrayal of the New Orleans underworld create a compelling world, while Bond's arc from investigator to action hero offers a tight study in protagonist evolution.
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