Reviews — Citizen Vigilante
Audience write-ups from TMDB
GrodanHej
This film occasionally suggests a potentially worthwhile vigilante narrative exploring societal issues related to crime and immigration within Europe. However, the movie gets bogged down in extraneous elements. It's unclear that Uwe Boll had a specific point or belief system he was trying to convey; it feels more like an attempt to capitalize on existing European discontent and resentment, which aren’t entirely unfou…
Zeus
This film earns a rating of 1 out of 10; it’s simply awful. It's low-budget movie trash, marked by unpolished performances, noticeably inexpensive visual elements, and a plot that doesn't make much sense. The feeling of its being poorly made is constant throughout the viewing experience. The narrative seems to portray migrants negatively. Problems are evident in the editing, the acting quality, and the special …
nggr
Like most of Uwe Boll’s films, this one barely qualifies as a B-movie. The screenplay suffers from numerous plot inconsistencies, the dialogue feels unnatural and awkward, the acting is largely unrefined, and some scenes are just strange with unremarkable cinematography. Armie Hammer, playing the lead, stands out as one of the few performers with any real experience, and he does what he can with the material—the rest…
s6kx
Here's a breakdown of why this movie, Citizen Vigilante (2026), earns only a 10/100 rating due to nine significant issues: The script relies on inaccurate information and portrays immigrants in a stereotypical light. It also appears to defame Muslims by referencing false stories. The film seems to foster prejudice against Islam through fabricated narratives. A central problem is the celebration of vigilante jus…
Dean
It takes real guts to make a film like this, and I have to commend Uwe Boll for that. Those on the left are actively against people seeing it because it holds up a mirror to difficult truths and shows what happens as a result of policies they champion. The extreme reactions from critics regarding *Citizen Vigilante* really underscore just how much of a masterpiece this film is in its portrayal of reality. Progressive…
MovieGuys
“Citizen Vigilante” isn’t exactly a cinematic masterpiece, but its subject matter feels like something that needed to be addressed. Considering how Western governments consistently dismiss any acknowledgment of issues related to their immigration policies and the disparities in legal treatment, there's also an increasing unwillingness among people in Europe and beyond to accept the narrative that their cultures are i…
Kyo28
The film's prohibition in several Western nations suggests it strikes a sensitive chord with those holding authority. Typically, significant opposition indicates that something has hit its mark, and this motion picture certainly does. It brought to mind the Charles Bronson Death Wish films, but incorporates a highly contentious yet crucial issue of recent decades within Western societies: unchecked immigration and th…
Chocolatier
I didn’t realize until the opening credits appeared that this was an Uwe Boll film. I’ve seen quite a few of his movies over the years, and they've all been terrible, but this one somehow reaches a new level of badness. It seems like a hateful production from a bitter, unpleasant person—Uwe Boll—and it wouldn’t surprise me if an extremist right-wing group funded it, or if it was a propaganda piece from some oppres…
aell88
Among Uwe Boll’s works, Citizen Vigilante stands out as surprisingly insightful and well-crafted. The movie centers on an American living abroad who begins a brutal campaign against lawbreakers, with Armie Hammer delivering a noteworthy performance. It avoids simple resolutions, prompting viewers to consider the consequences when trust in established systems breaks down entirely. Despite its potentially off-putting e…
TriceratopsAU
My decision to view this motion picture came about because I learned that Germany had essentially prohibited its distribution. I’m truly pleased that I invested the time and funds in experiencing such a worthwhile film. It serves as a stark and forceful illustration of the importance of recognizing what our political leaders and governing bodies are allowing into our country. Individuals who pose a threat are being p…

