The UnWoke Show Season 4, Episode 185: "Citizen Vigilantism: What Happens When People Lose Faith in Institutions?"

The release of the film Citizen Vigilante has generated international attention and renewed debate over crime, immigration, public safety, and the limits of the justice system. The controversy surrounding the film has extended beyond the screen, prompting discussion about censorship, freedom of expression, and the growing public interest in stories centered on individuals who operate outside traditional legal institutions. In this episode, Tim and Rich examine the controversy surrounding Citizen Vigilante, the public reaction to its themes, and the broader cultural questions the film has raised. They discuss the debate over vigilantism, public confidence in the justice system, media responses, and why stories about individuals taking the law into their own hands continue to resonate with many audiences. As concerns about crime, public safety, and institutional trust continue to shape public discourse, questions surrounding justice, accountability, and the role of government remain central to the conversation. This episode explores how Citizen Vigilante reflects broader debates about the relationship between public confidence in legal institutions and the appeal of vigilantism in contemporary society.   Show Notes https://www.newsweek.com/citizen-vigilante-tops-amazon-chart-controversy-explained-armie-hammer-12134928 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/films/2026/06/26/im-not-a-nazi-germanys-controversial-director-hits-back/ https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/citizen_vigilante   Social Media https://x.com/UnWokeTheShow https://bsky.app/profile/theunwokeshow.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591818194574   Podcast links https://theunwokeshow.podbean.com/ https://open.spotify.com/show/27rkGZYhccSF8stUzzGxaI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unwoke-show/id1686015698\ https://goodpods.com/podcasts/the-unwoke-show-309196 https://www.youtube.com/@TheUnWokeShow/videos?app=desktop   Feedback [email protected]