I was hoping Richard would take a quick shot even after he was told to put the gun down (it just sounded like something he'd do. He's evidently a great shot). When he told the little boy to close his eyes, I knew he'd go for it.
TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK