Fri, Nov 21, 2003 - Page 20 News List

Seeking the smoking gun in American violence

If it weren't for Michael Moore's tendency to overstate his case, `Bowling for Columbine' would be even more disturbing and powerful in its portrayal of a country racked by fear and armed to the teeth

By A. O. Scott  /  NY TIMES NEWS SERVICE

You can be repelled by Heston's actions as president of the National Rifle Association -- he is shown addressing pro-gun rallies that took place in the wake of the school shootings in both Littleton and Flint, Michigan -- and still find Moore's tactics distasteful. His tendency to scapegoat may satisfy his need for drama, but it makes for lousy politics.

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