Guns (film)

Guns is a 2008 American exploitation film written and directed by Spike Lee. The film is a critique of gun culture in the United States, specifically focusing on its portrayal in media and its impact on young people. It is presented in a docu-drama style, combining fictional narrative with documentary-style interviews.

The film features various fictional vignettes depicting gun violence and its consequences. These scenes are interspersed with interviews from real people, including community activists, academics, and victims of gun violence, who offer their perspectives on the issue. Guns explores themes of media influence, violence, race, poverty, and the Second Amendment.

The film received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its timely and important message, while others found it to be heavy-handed and preachy. It was shown at several film festivals, including the Toronto International Film Festival.