Raising Adam Lanza

About This Movie

Raising Adam Lanza is a tough watch, blending stark reality with a documentary style that feels almost too intimate. Director Frank Koughan dives deep into the life of Adam Lanza, exploring both the tragic events of that day and the broader implications for gun culture in the U.S. The pacing is deliberate, allowing the audience to absorb the gravity of the subject matter. What sets this film apart is its unflinching look at a boy who became a symbol of violence, peppered with interviews that are both haunting and thought-provoking. There’s a heaviness that lingers, making you contemplate not just the tragedy but the societal issues surrounding it. It's not an easy film, but that’s part of what makes it so distinctive.

Intimate interviews with those affectedA deep dive into gun cultureHeavy themes, not for the faint of heart