Scarface (1983) Movie script (Copy) Third draft May 17, 1982 Complete screenplay including 158 pages Directed by Brian DePalma Screenplay by Oliver Stone Scarface is a 1983 American crime drama film directed by Brian De Palma and written by Oliver Stone. Based loosely on the 1929 novel of the same name and serving as a loose remake of the 1932 film, it tells the story of Cuban refugee Tony Montana (Al Pacino), who arrives penniless in Miami on the Mariel boatlift and a powerful and extremely murderous drug lord. The film stars Steven Bauer, Michelle Pfeiffer, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio and Robert Loggia. De Palma dedicated this version of Scarface to the memories of Howard Hawks and Ben Hecht, the writers of the original film. Screenwriters and directors such as Martin Scorsese have praised the film, and it has been referenced extensively in pop culture, especially in hip hop music, as well as comic books, television programs, and video games. The film is regarded as a cult classic. Will be packaged and shipped with great care.