Flynn & Miranda: Right of Silence - Paperback

by Joseph B. Wallenstein (Author)

A pivotal case. Two unforgettable men. One life-altering decision.

In 1960s Arizona, Ernesto Miranda, a street criminal, is taken into custody, denied legal counsel, and tricked into confessing. Attorney John Flynn steps in, setting in motion a legal battle that will change American jurisprudence forever.

Flynn & Miranda tells the gripping story of two men from vastly different worlds whose lives intersect in a landmark Supreme Court case. Explore the turbulent era, the courtroom drama, and the personal sacrifices behind the Miranda Rights. Perfect for readers of legal thrillers and true crime, this historical fiction reveals the human side of a legal revolution.

Author Biography

Prior to his role as start-up producer of the hit CW series, 7th Heaven, Joe Wallenstein was the first producer, as well a writer and director of multiple episodes of the long-running hit series, Knots Landing (1979-1983). He was supervising producer of Jake and the Fat Man, in Hawaii (1987-1988.) In addition, he produced The Clinic, shot in New York City. Wallenstein has produced numerous television movies, pilots, and mini-series. Throughout his more than 40 years in the industry, Wallenstein has been an assistant director, associate producer, and producer. He is a Director member of the Directors Guild of America as well as a member of the Writers Guild of America West. Joe is expert in all aspects of physical production, scheduling, budgeting, location filming, stage work, union, and non-union shows. He has worked in Europe, Mexico, Canada, and most of the major cities of the United States. Joe has worked in production capacities on such feature films as the Godfather, The Paper Chase, A new Leaf, Paper Lion, For Love of Ivy, and American Hot Wax. Currently, Wallenstein oversees and administers all aspects of filming by the more than 700 students making over 1500 films each year at the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts. His tri-annual safety seminars are a unique and highly sought after facet of Cinematic Arts education. Joe is known for consulting, lectures, seminars, and personal appearances.