The Usual Suspects (1995) — Screenplay
A small-time con man spins a wild tale for federal agents, claiming a mythical crime lord is behind a deadly heist that left few survivors.
- Written by
- Christopher McQuarrie
- Genre
- Crime, Mystery, Thriller
- Studio
- Gramercy Pictures
- Length
- 140 pages
McQuarrie's script is a masterclass in unreliable narration, weaving a puzzle-box structure that keeps readers questioning every detail. The sharp dialogue and layered flashback construction create a tense, hypnotic tone that rewards careful study of how information is meted out.
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