The crime rate in the Evanses' neighborhood is higher than usual, prompting James (John Amos) to buy a gun for his family's protection. Florida (Esther Rolle) hates the idea of a weapon in the house, but hers becomes a moot point when Thelma (BernNadette Stanis) is mugged. Outraged, James heads for the hidden gun -- only to find that it is gone. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide