Basedsploitation Emerges: Citizen Vigilante Sparks a New Right-Wing Cinema Wave
An opinion piece argues that Citizen Vigilante marks the latest entry in a trend called “basedsploitation,” a slate of films that push back against liberal mainstream culture. It notes Dallas Sonnier as a key producer behind many entries and S. Craig Zahler as a frequent director, with several films featuring controversial stars, all framed as provocative anti-establishment statements. The piece situates the film among titles like Bone Tomahawk, Dragged Across Concrete, and Sound of Freedom, highlighting how the trend emphasizes rebellious, conservative-leaning narratives.