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Episode 251 C
UNDER THE GUN: Documentary Shows More Than You Think You Know About the Massive Gun Industry in America
UNDER THE GUN is a documentary that examines the four biggest mass shootings in United States history through the eyes of victims families and pro-gun activists. Beyond the banner events that direct scrutiny on the gun lobby, Filmmaker Stephanie Soechtig breaks down both sides of the gun debate while addressing gun violence statistics and myths, and manages to reveal some information that many will be shocked to learn regarding background checks, and the sheer amount of guns and gun stores in America. Soechtig also details the difficulty in speaking with the NRA and working with Katie Couric in this 2016 Sundance edition of BYOD hosted by Ondi Timoner.
Episode Breakdown
00:01 Welcoming Stephanie Soechtig to BYOD.
00:43 The gun debate and background checks.
03:06 Topical films and solutions.
03:46 UNDER THE GUN Clip: Connecting with Christopher.
05:01 Katie Couric and starting the film.
05:51 Good guys with guns and the NRA.
07:13 UNDER THE GUN Clip: gun rights.
08:17 Challenges in making the film.
09:03 UNDER THE GUN Clip: Chicago gun violence.
10:06 Urban violence, murder rates and US gun rights.
12:20 Active shooter drills in schools and solutions.
14:17 Lessons learned from FED UP.
15:40 Thank you and goodbye.
Guest Bio
Under the Gun is a look at the aftermath of the Sandy Hook massacre where 20 children were murdered at school by a crazed gunman, but lead to no changes in American gun laws.
Stephanie Soechtig, Director & President of Atlas Films, is an award-winning writer, producer and documentary film director.
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