Four Screenplays: Studies in the American Screenplay: Thelma & Louise, Terminator 2, the Silence of

In a field being transformed by technology, Syd Field shows you what works and why and how to find new ways to create a truly outstanding film using four extraordinary examples: "Thelma & Louise," "Terminator 2: Judgement Day," "The Silence Of The Lambs," and "Dances With Wolves."

"I based "Like Water For Chocolate" on what I learned in Syd's books. Before, I always felt structure imprisoned me, but what I learned was structure really freed me to focus on the story." -- Laura Esquivel