American Gun

American Gun

2002 · 89 min · ★ 5.4 · Drama

A father uses the serial number on a hand gun in an attempt to track down his daughter's killer. The truth he uncovers is an unsettling reminder of the dangers of keeping handguns.

Directed by Alan Jacobs · Written by Alan Jacobs

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