Vigilante justice gets a bloody feminist overhaul on the mean streets of 1990s New York.
A GUN FOR JENNIFER
Dead Men Don't Rape
A woman comes to New York City from Ohio to escape an abusive husband and gets entangled with murderous female vigilantes who prey on abusive men.
Quick Answer
A Gun for Jennifer is a 1997 American crime thriller directed by Todd Morris about a woman who escapes an abusive husband and becomes involved with a group of female vigilantes targeting violent men.
Programmer's Pick
If you ever wondered what would happen if Ms. 45 assembled her own girl gang, this indie revenge saga is your answer. Grit, grime, and a healthy dose of patterned pantyhose power make A Gun for Jennifer a wild ride through exploitation cinema’s feminist underbelly.
— SassyFlix Programmer
Overview
Why This Matters
A Gun for Jennifer is notable for its retro exploitation style and feminist vigilante theme, its tumultuous distribution history—including an initial sold-out Fantasia Festival screening, years of unavailability, and eventual Blu-ray release—and its behind-the-scenes story of financial intrigue covered in a documentary.
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Why Cult
A secretive group of women delivers their own brand of justice to abusers, turning the tables on typical crime-thriller tropes.
The film boldly embraces the rape-and-revenge subgenre, pushing boundaries with its unapologetic violence and feminist edge.
Shot on the gritty streets of New York, this independent film captures raw urban energy and a no-frills production style.
Jesse, the gang's unpredictable leader, escalates the violence and tension, making every scene a powder keg.
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Threat File
Allison's attack on a city bus
Vigilante female gang
Violent retribution against abusive men
New York City streets
Questions from the Vault
When was A Gun for Jennifer released? +
A Gun for Jennifer was released in 1997.
Who directed A Gun for Jennifer? +
A Gun for Jennifer was directed by Todd Morris.
How long is A Gun for Jennifer? +
A Gun for Jennifer has a runtime of 88 minutes.
What genre is A Gun for Jennifer? +
A Gun for Jennifer is a crime, drama, and thriller film.
Where can I watch A Gun for Jennifer? +
A Gun for Jennifer is available to stream on SassyFlix.
How does Allison become 'Jennifer'? +
After being attacked and rescued by the vigilante group, Allison is forced to join them and adopts the name 'Jennifer' from a nearby storefront to conceal her identity.
How do the vigilantes select their targets? +
The gang targets suspected rapists and batterers, dispensing violent justice to those they believe have harmed women.
