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2018120 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Gun Violence Life Stories

Give Us This Day

2018120 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

East St. Louis, Illinois, has the highest homicide rate in the United States, with residents facing daily threats of gun violence.

“Stories From America's Murder Capital”

Gun Violence Life Stories

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Michael Zimbalist,

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East St. Louis, Illinois, has the highest homicide rate in the United States, with residents facing daily threats of gun violence.

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Michael Zimbalist

Michael Zimbalistdirector

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Michael Zimbalist

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Jeff Zimbalist

Jeff Zimbalistwriter

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Residents of East St. Louis, Illinois, navigate life amid a high rate of gun violence. "Give Us This Day" features personal narratives from community members facing daily threats. Families describe their fears and challenges while seeking safety and support. The film presents interactions within the city, where gunfire disrupts routine activities. It depicts efforts by individuals and groups to foster a sense of hope despite the persistent violence. The documentary runs for 120 minutes and was directed by Michael Zimbalist in 2018.

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