Sideways

In search of wine. In search of women. In search of themselves. Includes the complete screenplay and three original commentaries written exclusively for the book by writer/director Alexander Payne, “Sideways” novelist Rex Pickett, and “Rolling Stone” film critic Peter Travers. Based on Rex Pickett’s acclaimed first novel, “Sideways” tells the story of Miles, a failed novelist, and his soon-to-be married friend Jack, a washed-up actor. To salute the remains of their youth, the two men take one last road trip in the week before Jack’s wedding. A serious wine enthusiast, Miles is determined to educate his friend on the region’s beloved Pinot Noir wines before the week is out.

Author Biography

Alexander Payne directed the critically acclaimed films About Schmidt, Election, and Citizen Ruth. He and Jim Taylor won a Golden Globe for their screenplay About Schmidt and received an Oscar nomination for their screenplay Election.