Review of Death Wish (1974) by Conner R — 12 Jul 2010

I think if you look at this in the context of when it came out and how incredibly original it was, it is indeed a masterpiece among the crime genre. This takes the 70s politics, economy, atmosphere, etc.

and wraps it into one. Charles Bronson stands alone against a sea of crooks, rapists and killers. While he is undoubtedly out of his mind and addicted to killing muggers, there's something very admirable about what he does.

Much like Taxi Driver addressed years later, there's bound to be a few people who just won't stand for injustice. Part of what makes this movie so believable and gritty is the grainy filming style and the darkness.

Nothing becomes too far-fetched and could essentially happen on the street.