Michael Moore's documentary Bowling for Columbine gave him the reputation as a very conservative film maker who isn't afraid to say what's need to be said. His documentary is centered on the Columbine High School massacre back in the early 90s but he discusses more on the bigger issue of gun control and violence in America. In his documentary Moore visits several US as well as Canadian cities to prove his point to the world that America is lacking the proper gun control to protect its citizens. The film also focuses on the impact of the media on the violence in America as well as showing everyone the power of the press. The three big issues in Michael Moore's documentary on Bowling for Columbine are; the ease at which someone can obtain a firearm, the lack of gun control in the United States, and how much of an impact the media has on the culture of American citizens.
The film begins with Moore entering a bank in a small town in Wisconsin where an ad promotes a free gun upon......
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