'The Running Man' and 'Thinner'

'The Running Man', published in 1982

Year 2015. Appalling vision of America, where murder has been practically legalized by the government.  There is a clear division into two social classes - the poor and the rich.   Entertainment is provided in the form of numerous quizzes and games. A game called The Running Man, where the participant has the chance of winning billion new dollars - all they have to do is deceive a pursuit of The Hunters for 30 days.

 For Ben Richards participating in the Free Vee is the only chance to get money for saving his 18-months-old daughter. He passes the tests and starts the game. His life turns into a nightmare.  How to win when the entire world is looking for you?

'Thinner', published in 1984

Billy Halleck is a popular advocate who makes more money with each case. He has a comfortable house and a loving family. The only thing that bothers him is grave obesity putting him in risk of heart failure. One day, on his way back from a sumptuous dinner, he hits and kills an old Gypsy woman. The case is held before court. An acquittal does not satisfy the father of the victim, who curse the advocate. Starting from now Billy loses weight at an intimidating pace. The weight loss process cannot be stopped.