National Geographic - Guns in America
National Geographic - Guns in America
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300 million citizens, 270 million guns, 5 stories, and one thing in common: Gun Nation. National Geographic tells the story of America's connection with guns through the eyes of its citizens. From gangs, to local law enforcement, to gun hobbyists to a young mother: this documentary is explores the lives of people with guns.
Release Date
2008-02-11
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9.5
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4.8 startsTagline
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English
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