Wow. I don’t even know where to start with the messages in this film.
Bill Williamson, the protagonist, is fed up—with the U.S. government, political corruption, systemic inequality, and the way the rich manipulate the law while the poor keep getting crushed. He doesn’t just say these things; he forces you to see them. His argument? That the government isn’t just influenced by money—it’s owned by it. Money is the law, and the system is rigged to keep power in the hands of the elite. Bill doesn’t just rant; he rewires your perspective on America—past, present, and future.
And how does he deliver this message? By hijacking a news broadcast and unleashing an unfiltered, brutal manifesto. He tears into everything: healthcare, oil companies, war, political hypocrisy (calling out presidents like Washington and Obama), child casualties, and even pop culture distractions. It’s like he’s screaming every suppressed truth people have whispered about for decades.
The film’s production? Solid but not groundbreaking. The action is standard—explosions, gunfights, nothing revolutionary—but honestly, I didn’t care. The message was too gripping to focus on technical flaws. Maybe they could’ve fleshed out Bill’s backstory more, but since this might tie into the first movie (which I haven’t seen), I’ll cut it some slack. Plus, the actor nailed the role—his intensity, his delivery, even his look was perfect. Character score: +1.
Now, his methods? Absolutely extreme. But ask yourself: Would anyone have listened if he’d protested peacefully? How much do you really care about change? How far would you go to make it happen? Bill doesn’t just talk—he dares you to act. And while I didn’t agree with everything he said (let’s be clear, I’m not signing up for his manifesto), his arguments hit hard. As someone who already thinks about these issues, this movie was exactly what I needed.
Fair warning: It’s violent. Bloody. Uncomfortable. But that’s the point—it’s supposed to shake you. If you can’t handle gore, harsh truths, or the sound of gunfire, skip it. But if you’re tired of sugarcoated lies and want a film that rages against the machine? Watch this.
