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Double indemnity
The Complete Screenplay
Book • 2000
This screenplay is an adaptation of James M. Cain's novel 'Double Indemnity' by director Billy Wilder and novelist Raymond Chandler.
It tells the story of Walter Neff, an insurance salesman who plots with Phyllis Dietrichson to murder her husband for the insurance money.
The screenplay is notable for its dark and cynical tone, complex moral themes, and memorable dialogue.
The collaboration between Wilder and Chandler resulted in significant changes to Cain's original story to comply with the Hays Code, including a different ending.
The film is widely regarded as a classic of the film noir genre and one of the greatest films of all time.
It tells the story of Walter Neff, an insurance salesman who plots with Phyllis Dietrichson to murder her husband for the insurance money.
The screenplay is notable for its dark and cynical tone, complex moral themes, and memorable dialogue.
The collaboration between Wilder and Chandler resulted in significant changes to Cain's original story to comply with the Hays Code, including a different ending.
The film is widely regarded as a classic of the film noir genre and one of the greatest films of all time.
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