Good Guy with a Gun

Rarely do you comes across a film, whether an indie or something from a major studio, that achieves the lofty standards set by "Good Guy with a Gun". As an aficionado of film, it's easy to see that in today's film world, quality and originality has taken a beating. The opposite is true here, however. This film combines a magnificent script, uniformly outstanding acting from its large cast, expert direction, and stellar production values. Special shout-out to John LaFlamboy. His performance easily outshines supporting roles that have previously won Oscars. He's just terrific in his role as a detective. Furthermore, the issues addressed in this film are smart, necessary, and decidedly un-P. C., which is a welcome relief from vanilla, cookie-cutter offerings that are typical in today's movie landscape. There are messages subtle and extreme, and the actors convey the script's nuances with genuine aplomb. Bravo/brava to them all. Writer/director/producer/actor John Mossman has ascended to auteur status with this film, and if there aren't multiple "Best-of" awards in GGWAG's future, something is terribly, awfully wrong. This film is THAT good, and deserving of every syllable of praise from audiences across the world.

Good Guy with a Gun courageously whacks the hornet's nest of this complicated, troubling, infuriating issue. The story is compelling, well-told, gorgeously presented, and superbly acted, with many surprises, twists and a pretty terrifying chase scene.

The film stays with you; I've thought about it many times in the year since I saw it. The vivid, naturalistic performances are unforgettable, particularly Tiffany Bedwell's fierce, quiet mama bear; David Stobbe's humanizing portrait of a character we've seen cartooned many times; and Mossman's own cameo as the chilling and terrifying three-dimensional villain.

Good Guy With a Gun- where do I begin?

I'm not one to be interested in movies about guns, but BOY did GGWAG grab my attention. I wondered how the message on gun violence would be conveyed, and I will say, it was delivered tastefully.

The combination of horror, thriller, romance, and comedy all intertwined perfectly. The acting was phenomenal. Each actor embodied their characters flawlessly, leaving me interested in each and everyone's story.

I really have nothing bad to say about this movie. Hands down best movie I've seen in awhile. From start to finish, my eyes were glued to the TV. Check it out- it's worth it!

Writer/director John Mossman turns in a tense thriller with his latest film, Good Guy With A Gun, which explores the cultural divide between urban and small town America, particularly in regard to gun culture. A city kid visiting a small town with his mom to settle the estate of his recently deceased grandfather gets involved in the local gun culture, and trouble ensues. Visually appealing and well written with several plot twists that I did not see coming (the best kind of plot twists), Good Guy With A Gun takes you on an emotional rollercoaster as it builds to its climax. Good Guy With A Gun has done well at international film festivals, and it's easy to see why.

I was quickly drawn into the fast pace of the movie, its character development and compelling story. I enjoyed the realistic portrayal of Will and the evolution of his character as he grapples with grief and loss and acculturates to a new circle of friends at a galvanizing time of his life. I did not expect to relate to the characters at all but found myself surprisingly touched by several moments of tenderness and vulnerability. This movie does a good job depicting prevailing thoughts and ideologies surrounding gun culture and the hidden cliff of radicalization. The storyline and its breathtaking culmination will reverberate amongst all viewers.