Variety- Elon Musk posted Armie Hammer’s controversial film ‘Citizen Vigilante’ on X, making it available for 48 hours.
- ‘Citizen Vigilante’ was notably banned in Hammer's home country due to its depiction of abhorrent violence and being anti-migrant.
- The film follows Hammer as an American abroad in Europe on a blood-soaked mission to eliminate all criminal migrants.
- Uwe Boll, the film's director, revealed that a sequel, ‘Citizen Vigilante 2’, is slated for release in 2027.
Elon Musk recently posted Armie Hammer's film 'Citizen Vigilante' on X for 48 hours, despite its ban in Hammer's home country due to its violent and anti-migrant content. The film, released in the U.S. on June 19, depicts Hammer on a blood-soaked mission to eliminate criminal migrants.1234
The film was directed by Uwe Boll, who has faced criticism for his work since the early 2000s. Critics have labeled the film a “violent, incoherent, morally bankrupt slice of exploitation”. Musk's decision to share the film comes after it was denied an age rating by regulators concerned about its potential to incite violence against immigrants.5
Musk, who has over 240 million followers on X, noted the film's popularity, as it climbed to No. 2 on the Apple TV charts. He expressed enthusiasm for a sequel, stating, “'Citizen Vigilante 2' will be even better.” Hammer, who previously starred in acclaimed films like “The Social Network” and “Call Me By Your Name”, faced a career downturn in 2021 due to allegations of sexual assault, which were ultimately not pursued by prosecutors in 2023.
The film's release and Musk's promotion have sparked significant controversy, raising questions about the implications of its themes and the responsibilities of those in influential positions.
“Elon Musk has made Armie Hammer's controversial film 'Citizen Vigilante' available on X for 48 hours. The film, which depicts violence and anti-migrant themes, was banned in Hammer's home country.”
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