The Jingoist(2016)

The Jingoist is a post-9/11 thriller about two brothers who believe they've thwarted a major terrorist attack in New York City. When they take the law into their own hands to stop what they perceive as an imminent threat, they're forced to reckon with the serious consequences of their actions. The film explores the moral ambiguity of vigilantism in an era of heightened national anxiety, examining how fear and patriotism can drive ordinary people toward dangerous decisions. As the brothers navigate the fallout from their intervention, they discover that stopping a threat and facing justice are two very different challenges. The Jingoist captures the paranoia and conflicted values that defined post-September 11th America, presenting a tense character study of conviction and accountability.