Author

Publication

1999 - Samuel French, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

18,000 words, Guess

Page Count

72 pages

Identifiers

and 1 more
  • Goodreads2638638

Classifications

  • LCCPS3612.E887 K55 1999

Description

This exciting first play by the author of August: Osage County, premiered at Chicago's Steppenwolf before going on to acclaimed productions in London and New York. Hired by the dissolute Smith family to murder the matriarch for insurance money, Killer Joe takes the daughter to bed as a retainer against his final payoff, which sets in motion a bloody aftermath as the "hit man" meets his match.-- Publisher's note.

Description

Killer Cop Tony Law meets trailer-park trash Phil Nichol and Lizzie Roper in Tracy Letts' jaw-dropping smash-hit dark comedy. Breath-taking events. Truly shocking behaviour. Thrilling high-energy climax.

Subjects

Genres

  • Drama

Other Editions

  • Killer Joe: a playSamuel French1999-01-01

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