JFK. Poster of the 1991 movie and cover of the 1988 book, On the Trail of the Assassins
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On the Trail of the Assassins
Jim Garrison, 1988
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Oliver Stone, 1991

On November 22, 1963, president John F. Kennedy is assassinated in Dallas. An investigation concludes that Lee Harvey Oswald and Jack Ruby acted alone in their respective crimes, but Louisiana district attorney Jim Garrison is skeptical. He discovers there’s more to the Kennedy assassination than the official story.


JFK. Poster of the 1991 movie and cover of the 1989 book, Crossfire: The Plot That Killed Kennedy
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Crossfire: The Plot That Killed Kennedy
Jim Marrs, 1989
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Oliver Stone, 1991

On November 22, 1963, president John F. Kennedy is assassinated in Dallas. An investigation concludes that Lee Harvey Oswald and Jack Ruby acted alone in their respective crimes, but Louisiana district attorney Jim Garrison is skeptical. He discovers there’s more to the Kennedy assassination than the official story.


The Grass Harp. Poster of the 1995 movie and cover of the 1951 book
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The Grass Harp
Truman Capote, 1951
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Charles Matthau, 1995

In 1935, Collin finds himself orphaned and is subsequently taken in by his father’s cousins, Verena and Dolly. Verena, a wealthy and commanding businesswoman, exerts her influence over their lives. However, Collin, along with Dolly and the household maid, rebels against Verena’s authority, leading them to embark on an unconventional journey by relocating to a tree house.


Glengarry Glen Ross. Poster of the 1992 movie and cover of the 1983 book
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Glengarry Glen Ross
David Mamet, 1983
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James Foley, 1992

The film depicts two days in the lives of four real estate salesmen who are supplied with leads — the names and phone numbers of prospects — and use deceitful and dubious tactics to make sales. Blake unleashes a torrent of verbal abuse on the salesmen and announces that only the top two will be allowed access to the more promising Glengarry leads.


Tuesdays with Morrie. Poster of the 1999 movie and cover of the 1997 book
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Tuesdays with Morrie
Mitch Albom, 1997
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Mick Jackson, 1999

Mitch, a highly successful journalist, is so consumed by his work that he has little time or energy for anything else. One evening, he catches Morrie’s interview on national news and learns that his former professor is suffering from Lou Gehrig’s disease. Impressed by the interview, Mitch reaches out to Morrie and what begins as a visit transforms into a spiritual journey as Mitch opens himself up to the wisdom Morrie has to offer.