Best Seller

Best Seller

Writing A Book Is Easy. Writing A Best Seller Is Murder.

R 1987 · 95 min · ★ 5.9 · Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Hit man Cleve approaches writer/cop Dennis about a story for his next book: How Cleve made a living, working for one of the most powerful politicians in the country. To get the story right, they travel around the country to gather statements and evidence, while strong forces use any means they can to keep the story untold.

Directed by John Flynn · Written by Larry Cohen

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