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Law Abiding Citizen is a 2009 American thriller film that tells the story of Clyde Shelton, a successful businessman who loses his wife and daughter in a brutal murder committed by two drug dealers, Beck and Hensen. The case goes to trial, and despite overwhelming evidence against them, the prosecution makes a plea deal, allowing the killers to serve only 10 years in prison. Shelton is outraged and feels that justice has not been served. He becomes obsessed with taking matters into his own hands and begins a personal vendetta against Beck, Hensen, and those who enabled their crimes. Shelton's campaign of violence and retribution starts by killing off the two murderers in gruesome ways, leaving behind no trace of evidence or motive. As the body count rises, Detective Mathayus and District Attorney Nick Rice are tasked with tracking down the killer. However, they soon realize that Shelton is not just targeting the original perpetrators but also those who allowed them to get away with their crimes. The list includes the DA himself, who made the plea deal that led to Shelton's family being murdered. Shelton's actions spark a cat-and-mouse game between him and the authorities, as they try to stay one step ahead of his twisted plans. Throughout the film, Shelton delivers philosophical monologues about the American justice system, arguing that it is flawed and allows guilty individuals to go free. He sees himself as a vigilante, seeking to correct the wrongs committed by those in power. As the stakes escalate, Mathayus and Rice find themselves torn between their duty to uphold the law and their own moral compass. They are forced to confront the harsh reality that Shelton's actions may be motivated by a desire for revenge rather than justice. Throughout the film, director F. Gary Gray expertly weaves together themes of justice, morality, and the consequences of playing God. The movie raises questions about whether an individual can truly take justice into their own hands and what the true cost of such actions might be. With its taut pacing, clever plot twists, and strong performances from Jamie Foxx and Gerard Butler, Law Abiding Citizen is a gripping thriller that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end.

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