The Authentic Death and Contentious Afterlife of Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid: The Untold Story of Peckinpah's Last Western Film

The book delves into the tumultuous relationship between director Sam Peckinpah and the studio during the making of the 1973 Western, Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid. It explores Peckinpah's struggle to maintain his artistic vision amidst intense conflict and personal challenges. Through thorough research, the author reveals the complexities of creativity, the pressures of the film industry, and the director's own self-destructive tendencies, painting a vivid portrait of a pivotal moment in cinematic history.