The Only Way

The Only Way

He thought it was his only way and the consequences will haunt him forever.

2004 · 84 min · ★ 6.0 · Crime, Drama

Devon Browning is viewed as an outcast and is a victim of physical and emotional abuse from his classmates. After a tragic death in his family, his life begins to fall off course. He eventually seeks revenge by bringing a gun to school and opening fire on his classmates. The film offers an unwavering look at violence in schools today by showing the causes, effects, and consequences of a school shooting.

Directed by Levi Obery · Written by David Obery

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