Shot in the Heart

Year: 2002

Runtime: 98 min

Language: English

Director: Agnieszka Holland

DramaMysteryThrillerCrime

In 1977, convicted murderer Gary Gilmore made the startling decision to expedite his execution, triggering a nationwide debate. As opinions clash among activists and the press, Gilmore's brothers, including journalist Mikal, struggle to intervene before the scheduled execution. The case forces the nation to confront complex questions about capital punishment and individual agency.

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