The Good Shepherd (2006) — Screenplay
A Yale idealist joins the OSS to serve his country, but his dedication to espionage slowly destroys his morals and family.
- Written by
- Eric Roth
- Genre
- Drama, History, Thriller
- Length
- 140 pages
Roth's screenplay is a masterclass in restrained character development, showing how a man's noble intentions curdle into cold duty. The slow-burn pacing and understated dialogue let silence speak volumes, making it an excellent study in building a tragic arc through accumulation of small, devastating choices.
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