The film is based on the true story of Gary Mark Gilmore, who was released from prison in 1976 after serving a long sentence for armed robbery. At 35 years old, Gilmore committed two brutal murders, sparking a media frenzy. He was put on trial, found guilty, and sentenced to death by firing squad.
The Executioner's Song
Gary Gilmore's sudden decision to appeal his death sentence, a move deemed unexpected, sparks a gripping and thought-provoking narrative.
