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Mentioned in 4 episodes

Death Wish

Book • 1972

In 'Death Wish', Brian Garfield explores the transformation of Paul Benjamin, a liberal accountant in New York City, who turns to vigilantism after his family is brutally attacked.

The novel delves into themes of crime, morality, and the psychological effects of violence.

It was adapted into a successful film series starring Charles Bronson.

Mentioned by

Elliot Williams

Mentioned in 4 episodes

Mentioned by

Bill Simmons

and

Chris Ryan

during their podcast episode on the movie.

‘Death Wish’ With Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan

Referenced by

Jonah Goldberg

when discussing movies emblematic of New York City in the 70s and 80s.

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Mentioned by

Aldis Hodge

when discussing how people start to lean into vigilantism.

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Mentioned by

Sean Fennessey

and

Chris Ryan

in their discussion of revenge films.

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Mentioned by

Elliot Williams

as the inspiration for the New York Post's nickname for Bernie Goetz, 'Death Wish Vigilante'.

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Mentioned as an example of vigilante justice that could arise if people deny what's right in front of their faces.

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