A Choice of Weapons: Inspired by Gordon Parks

A Choice of Weapons: Inspired by Gordon Parks

The new generation of artists shaped by a legend.

Directed by John Maggio

Produced by HBO Documentary Films, Kunhardt Films

202189 min6.9 / 10

An inspiring documentary celebrating Gordon Parks' multifaceted artistic legacy and his influence on a new generation of creators.

This documentary chronicles renaissance man Gordon Parks’ stellar career from staff photographer for LIFE magazine, through his artistic development photographing everyday Americans, through his evolution as a novelist and groundbreaking filmmaker.

Questions people ask

  • Does A Choice of Weapons: Inspired by Gordon Parks end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 90% of films.

  • Is A Choice of Weapons: Inspired by Gordon Parks easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 82% of films.

  • Is A Choice of Weapons: Inspired by Gordon Parks scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.

  • Is A Choice of Weapons: Inspired by Gordon Parks violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.

  • Is A Choice of Weapons: Inspired by Gordon Parks sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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45/ 100

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Familiar shape, done well.

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Love65

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