Guncrazy

Director: Tamra Davis
Actors: Drew Barrymore, James Le Gros, Robert Greenberg
PlotAn isolated and troubled teenager, Anita Minteer, struggles to cope with her difficult life in a small, dead-end town. She lives in an abusive household, where her stepfather mistreats her, and she has no friends to confide in. Yearning for an escape, she begins a correspondence with Howard Hickok, an ex-convict with a deep knowledge of firearms and a fascination with the freedom they symbolize. Through the letters, Howard teaches her about guns and shares philosophies on life and liberation. When Howard is released on parole, Anita convinces him to come live with her, seeing him as her only chance to change her bleak existence.
As Anita and Howard grow closer, they find themselves drawn into a series of increasingly dangerous situations. Anita becomes more confident and assertive, influenced by Howard's criminal past and survival instincts. Their bond deepens as they struggle to break free from societal constraints and search for a place where they can start anew. However, their actions quickly attract the attention of the authorities, leading to heightened tension and unforeseen consequences. The story intensifies as the couple grapple with the moral and existential dilemmas that arise from their choices, setting them on a collision course with fate.
Writers: Matthew Bright
Release Date: 09 Sep 1993
Runtime: 97 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Physical Media Reviews
Guncrazy offers strong performances from Barrymore, but suffers from tonal inconsistencies and technical issues, though new documentaries are outstanding.