Carlito's Way. Poster of the 1993 movie and cover of the 1982 book, After Hours
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After Hours
Edwin Torres, 1982
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Brian De Palma, 1993

In 1975 New York, after having served five years of a 30-year prison sentence, career criminal Carlito Brigante is freed on a legal technicality exploited by his close friend and lawyer, Dave Kleinfeld. Carlito vows to end his unlawful activities but is persuaded to accompany his young cousin Guajiro to a drug deal held at a bar.


Carlito's Way. Poster of the 1993 movie and cover of the 1982 book
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Carlito's Way
Edwin Torres, 1982
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Brian De Palma, 1993

In 1975 New York, after having served five years of a 30-year prison sentence, career criminal Carlito Brigante is freed on a legal technicality exploited by his close friend and lawyer, Dave Kleinfeld. Carlito vows to end his unlawful activities but is persuaded to accompany his young cousin Guajiro to a drug deal held at a bar.


Waco. Poster of the 2018 TV series and cover of the 2007 book, Stalling for Time
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Stalling for Time
Gary Noesner, 2007
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Drew Dowdle, John Erick Dowdle, 2018

Waco is a dramatized exploration of the 51-day 1993 standoff between the FBI, ATF and David Koresh’s religious faction, the Branch Davidians, in Waco, Texas, that culminated in a fatal fire. It investigates the tragedy before and during the standoff, from a variety of viewpoints of those most personally associated with the two sides of the dispute.


Waco. Poster of the 2018 TV series and cover of the 1999 book, A Place Called Waco: A Survivor's Story
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A Place Called Waco: A Survivor's Story
David Thibodeau, Leon Whiteson, 1999
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Drew Dowdle, John Erick Dowdle, 2018

Waco is a dramatized exploration of the 51-day 1993 standoff between the FBI, ATF and David Koresh’s religious faction, the Branch Davidians, in Waco, Texas, that culminated in a fatal fire. It investigates the tragedy before and during the standoff, from a variety of viewpoints of those most personally associated with the two sides of the dispute.


Ice Age. Poster of the 2002 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Ice Age: The Movie Novel
J.E. Bright, 2002
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Chris Wedge, Carlos Saldanha, 2002

With the impending ice age almost upon them, a mismatched trio of prehistoric critters – Manny the woolly mammoth, Diego the saber-toothed tiger and Sid the giant sloth – find an orphaned infant and decide to return it to its human parents. Along the way, the unlikely allies become friends but, when enemies attack, their quest takes on far nobler aims.


The Survivor. Poster of the 2021 movie and cover of the 2006 book, Harry Haft
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Harry Haft
Alan Haft, 2006
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Barry Levinson, 2021

Post World War II, Harry Haft is a boxer who fought fellow prisoners in the concentration camps to survive. Haunted by memories and guilt, he attempts to use high-profile fights against boxing legends like Rocky Marciano as a way to find his first love again.


The Lincoln Lawyer. Poster of the 2011 movie and cover of the 2005 book
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The Lincoln Lawyer
Michael Connelly, 2005
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Brad Furman, 2011

Criminal defense attorney Mickey Haller operates around Los Angeles County, California, mostly from the back seat of his black Lincoln Town Car, chauffeured by Earl. Haller and his investigator, Frank Levin analyze photos and evidence and find it similar to one of Haller’s past cases that resulted in a life sentence for his client, Jesus Martinez, for murdering a woman, despite his repeated proclamations of innocence.


Casualties of War. Poster of the 1989 movie and cover of the 1969 book
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Casualties of War
Daniel Lang, 1969
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Brian De Palma, 1989

Lieutenant Reilly leads his platoon of American soldiers on a nighttime patrol. They are attacked by the Viet Cong after a panicked soldier exposes their position. While guarding the platoon’s flank, Eriksson falls as the top of a tunnel gives way beneath him. Eriksson’s squad leader, Sergeant Tony Meserve, pulls Eriksson out of the hole and eventually, the platoon retreats out of the jungle.


The Infiltrator. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the 2009 book
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The Infiltrator
Robert Mazur, 2009
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Brad Furman, 2016

During the 1980s, U.S. Customs Service special agent Robert Mazur uses his undercover alias Bob Musella to become a pivotal player for drug lords laundering their dirty cash. Later, he infiltrates the world’s largest cartel, and helps expose the money-laundering organization of drug lord Pablo Escobar and take down the Bank of Credit and Commerce International.


Romeo + Juliet. Poster of the 1996 movie and cover of the 1595 book, Romeo and Juliet
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Romeo and Juliet
William Shakespeare, 1595
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Baz Luhrmann, 1996

In Verona Beach, the Capulets and Montagues are two rival gangs. Romeo agrees on hearing that Rosaline, with whom he is in love, is attending. They meet their friend, Mercutio, who has tickets to the party, and Romeo takes ecstasy as they proceed to the Capulet mansion. The effects of the drug and the party overwhelm Romeo, who goes to the restroom.


Repo Men. Poster of the 2010 movie and cover of the 2009 book, The Repossession Mambo
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The Repossession Mambo
Eric Garcia, 2009
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Miguel Sapochnik, 2010

In the future, medical technology has advanced to the point where people can buy artificial organs to extend their lives. But if they default on payments, an organization known as the Union sends agents to repossess the organs. Remy is one of the best agents in the business, but then he becomes the recipient of an artificial heart.


Miracle at St. Anna. Poster of the 2008 movie and cover of the 2001 book
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Miracle at St. Anna
James McBride, 2001
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Spike Lee, 2008

Negron tells of his war experiences as a young corporal of the segregated 92nd Infantry Division in Italy, late 1944 during the Gothic line phase of the Italian campaign. A disastrous attack ensues on German positions across the Serchio River. Many American soldiers are killed, leaving Negron stranded on the wrong side of the river with three men.