The Barrel of a Gun (2010)

In 1981, black journalist Mumia Abu-Jamal was convicted of the murder of white Philadelphia police officer Daniel Faulkner. More than 25 years later, the case continues to spark controversy... See full summary »

Director:

Tigre Hill

Stars:

Mumia Abu-Jamal, Pam Africa, Edward Asner

Cast

Credited cast:
Mumia Abu-Jamal	...	(archive footage)
Pam Africa
Edward Asner
James Binns
Mike Farrell
Maureen Faulkner
Danny Glover
Joseph J. McGill
Huey P. Newton	...	(archive footage)
Helen Prejean
Edward Rendell
Michael Smerconish
Joey Vento

Storyline

In 1981, black journalist Mumia Abu-Jamal was convicted of the murder of white Philadelphia police officer Daniel Faulkner. More than 25 years later, the case continues to spark controversy around the world, inspiring documentaries, books and intense debate. as the world's most celebrated death row inmate keeps his silence on his version of what actually happened in the middle of cold December night on a dark Philadelphia street.

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Plot Keywords:

death row | daniel faulkner | journalist | justice system | prisoner | 

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Genres:

Documentary

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Details

Official Sites:

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

21 September 2010 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$140,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Dacua Communications

Technical Specs

Color:

Color (HDCAM)

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