Handgun
“She said no...and she meant it!”
Synopsis
Shortly after moving to Dallas, a young woman is raped at gunpoint. Her intense anger drives her to seek revenge, and she becomes a hunter on a vengeance mission.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2023-12-17
Top Cast
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Karen Young
Kathleen
Clayton Day
Larry
Suzie Humphreys
Nancy
Helena Humann
Miss Davis
Ben Jones
Chuck
Jane Abbott
Lady
Jane Simoneau
Lady
Peggy Akin
Lady
Joe Bowman
Trickshooter
John Tufts Jr.
Tranquillizer Gun Man
Norine Williams
Student with Baby
Kitty Harlen
Mrs. Sullivan
Jim Harlen
Mr. Sullivan
Sam Shipp
Lawyer
Vince Zubras Jr.
Lawyer
Gary Richardson
Lawyer
Glenda Standifer
Barmaid
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 18, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tony Garnett
- Screenplay & Story
- Tony Garnett
- Original Score
- Mike Post
- Original Title
- Handgun
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- EMI Films, Kestrel Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tony Garnett
Tony Garnett
Mike Post
Charles Stewart
Bill Shapter
Tony Garnett
Department Leadership Roster
Tony Garnett
Director
Tony Garnett
Producer
Tony Garnett
Writer
Bill Shapter
Editor
Janet Lucas Lawler
Costume Design
Mike Post
Original Music Composer
Charles Stewart
Director of Photography
Lilly Kilvert
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Handgun
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What is Handgun about?
Shortly after moving to Dallas, a young woman is raped at gunpoint. Her intense anger drives her to seek revenge, and she becomes a hunter on a vengeance mission.
Who directed Handgun?
Handgun was directed by Tony Garnett.
Who stars in Handgun?
The principal cast of Handgun includes Karen Young, Clayton Day, Suzie Humphreys, Helena Humann, Ben Jones.
When was Handgun released and how long is it?
Handgun was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Handgun?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Handgun was composed by Mike Post.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Handgun?
Handgun holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).