The Public Movie Script

PUBLIC, THE [Estevez] [EARLY, 2007] (2019)

The Public is a thought-provoking social drama written and directed by Emilio Estevez. Set in the heart of Cincinnati, the film unfolds inside a public library where a group of homeless patrons stages a peaceful occupation during a brutal winter storm. What begins as an act of survival quickly escalates into a standoff between ordinary citizens and law enforcement, forcing the public to confront questions about compassion, community, and human dignity. With an ensemble cast featuring Alec Baldwin, Jena Malone, and Christian Slater, The Public blends realism and moral urgency, making it one of the most socially resonant dramas of its time.

This The Public collector’s edition screenplay reprint allows readers to explore the film’s layered dialogue and socially conscious storytelling from a writer’s perspective. It’s ideal for those studying how screenwriting can address social issues through character-driven narratives and realistic tension. Whether for academic study, personal collection, or display, this The Public movie script is a professionally formatted reproduction designed to preserve the authentic look and feel of the film’s production draft.

Ideal for film fans and screenwriters looking to explore storytelling from the inside out.

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• Ideal for screenwriters, producers, directors, studios, casting professionals, actors, film students, collectors, and fans passionate about movies & cinematic storytelling

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This is a collector’s reproduction of the original The Public screenplay, provided for personal study, research, or collection purposes. It is not an original production-used script and does not grant performance rights.