Decoding 'Death Wish': Vigilante Justice and Casting Choices

This chapter delves into the film 'Death Wish,' examining its portrayal of vigilante justice against the backdrop of 1970s New York. The speakers discuss casting choices, the psychological impacts of the protagonist's actions, and the film's cultural legacy, including comparisons to its 2018 remake. They also engage in playful debates about alternative casting and the evolution of the vigilante genre in cinema.