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Legitimate Violence

1982·Movie
1h 35min

Where to watch

No stream option in US yet.

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Legitimate Violence fingerprint

High energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Brutally violent and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Melancholic and cathartic

  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos6

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and society

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

In the course of a violent hold-up at Deauville station, several innocent bystanders are shot dead. The victims include a politician, Robert Andréani, and three members of the same family. Devastated by the death of his wife, daughter and mother, Martin Modot resolves that their killers will be brought to justice. When the police fail to make any progress in their investigation, he decides to take matters into his own hands, with the support of a neo-fascist vigilante organization.
Vigilante JusticeCrime ThrillerNeo-Fascist ElementsRevenge StoryPolitical IntrigueBleak AtmosphereViolent RetributionFrench Cinema

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Legitimate Violence legally?

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Is Legitimate Violence worth watching?

53
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Legitimate Violence rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Legitimate Violence?

1 h 35 min

Legitimate Violence runs 1 h 35 min.

What language is Legitimate Violence in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch Legitimate Violence?

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