Elon Musk promotes the film "Citizen Vigilante" with Armie Hammer, banned in Germany

Elon Musk sparked serious interest in the action thriller "„Citizen Vigilante“", after posting the entire film on his X social network account, where he is followed by over 240 million people.

The film recently found itself at the center of public debate after German regulators refused to give it an age rating, citing concerns that the film's violent scenes and underlying message could encourage aggressive behavior against immigrants. As a result, the film was not allowed to be officially distributed in Germany.

Following the ruling, Musk made the film available for free viewing for 48 hours through his X profile. The director did the same a short while later. Uwe Boll. Although the posts were subsequently removed, the film continued to be distributed by other users of the movie platform.

The main role in "„Citizen Vigilante“" is entrusted to Armie Hammer. He takes on the role of a wealthy American entrepreneur living in Croatia who decides to personally deliver justice against murderers, rapists, and corrupt judges. With the growing popularity of his actions on the Internet and in the media, the character gradually becomes both a wanted criminal and a symbol for a part of society.

Meanwhile, Uwe Boll confirmed that he is already working on a sequel to the story.„Citizen Vigilante 2“" is scheduled to premiere in 2027, although it is still unclear whether Armie Hammer will return in the lead role.

After the film began to climb the Apple TV charts, reaching second place in popularity, Elon Musk commented laconically in X: "Citizen Vigilante 2 will be even better."„

For Armie Hammer, this is one of his first major leading roles after a several-year absence from Hollywood. The actor, known for his appearances in films such as The social network and Call me by your name., virtually ended his career after sexual assault allegations surfaced in 2021.

Hammer consistently denied all allegations, and in 2023, the Los Angeles District Attorney's Office announced that there was insufficient evidence to bring criminal charges against him.

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the actor admits that he was very excited when he learned that Uwe Boll wanted him for the lead role.

„"It was a moment when I realized that I would be able to do what I love most again. I just wanted to get back to my work as an actor," says Hammer.

He also commented on the difficult period after the scandals surrounding his name, admitting that he himself had made a number of mistakes in his personal life.

„"I don't believe I did the things I was accused of. But I allowed dangerous people into my life and made decisions that had serious consequences. Today I live with the results of them," the actor says.