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The Demolisher is a 2015 Canadian independent film directed and produced by Gabriel Carrer. The film follows the story of a character known only as The Demolisher, played by Ry Barrett, who seeks revenge on those he believes responsible for the victimization of his wife. The story takes place in a city where The Demolisher has turned vigilante, targeting gangs and criminals that he believes are responsible for the city's decline into lawlessness. The film begins by showing us The Demolisher's initial act of violence, which sets the tone for the rest of the film.

The Demolisher's targets are selected by a combination of feeling towards them and random chance. He communicates this to the audience by writing a list of targets on a whiteboard in his cluttered apartment, giving the audience an insight into his method.

As the movie progresses, we begin to get a sense of the emotional state of The Demolisher. His motivation for his acts of "justice" were not always courage, but rather his incapacitating feelings of guilt after his once-strong wife was left in a seemingly irreversible coma. The Demolisher, trying to maintain some sense of control despite the tragedy, turns his attentions to those he believes to be responsible for the traumatic event that has turned his world upside down.

The movie's pacing is deliberate and at times slow, but it is necessary to convey the emotional weight of the character's motivations. The Demolisher's obsessive endeavors in destroying his targets results in our protagonist becoming obsessed beyond his control with sending them to their demise.

Ry Barrett effectively portrays the emotionally and mentally challenged character of The Demolisher, who is reliant on persistence and often without regard for his own well-being. Tianna Nori plays the role of a police officer, who we see early on, is working her way through a tough ordeal of her own. Nori creates an excellent tension due to her aggressive and pessimistic demeanor shows a tough shell built upon some skeletons of her own. When their paths eventually cross paths, it sets up an interesting dynamic that offers insight into both of the characters' struggles.

The director uses the city as a backdrop effectively, emphasizing its decaying or abandoned aspect, which mirrors The Demolisher’s tragedy. The evocative and reflective lighting and cinematography are coupled with a haunting score, creating a perfect atmosphere that adds tension and emotional resonance to the proceedings.

The Demolisher is a movie that challenges and questions the ethics of vigilantism, which could potentially attract fans of movies such as The Punisher or Taxi Driver. It attempts to explore the human motivations behind such actions and provides a real, penetrating look at the psychological cost of such pursuits.

Despite the slow pacing, which could be an issue for some viewers, The Demolisher is a movie that deserves attention for its fascinating exploration of trauma and grief. It's a movie that will definitely leave a lasting impact on its viewer.

In conclusion, The Demolisher is a movie packed with tension, excellent character development, and challenging themes. Gabriel Carrer's direction and horror influences work hand in hand to create an atmosphere that catches viewers attention whilst questioning the morality behind the vigilante's unchecked homicidal agenda to deliver justice. If you're looking for a film that explores grief and the lengths one is willing to go when they're all that keep themselves together The Demolisher should be on your watchlist.

The Demolisher is a 2016 action movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 26 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 3.3.