The Monopoly of Violence

The Monopoly of Violence

Directed by David Dufresne

Produced by Le Bureau, jour2fête

202086 min7.3 / 10

A confrontational documentary that examines state violence and social repression through citizen testimony and debate, grounded in urgent political questions about power and legitimacy.

As anger and resentment grow in the face of social inequalities, many citizens-led protests are being repressed with an ever-increasing violence. In this documentary, David Dufresne gathers a panel of citizens to question, exchange and confront their views on the social order and the legitimacy of the use of force by the State.

Questions people ask

  • Is The Monopoly of Violence sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.

  • Is The Monopoly of Violence violent? Yes. More violent than 80% of films.

  • Is The Monopoly of Violence scary? Yes. More frightening than 76% of films.

  • Is The Monopoly of Violence easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.

  • Does The Monopoly of Violence end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 61% of films.

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63/ 100

Cinnamon Score

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Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity33

How unlike any other film this one feels

Surprise82

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love80

How much audiences actually like it

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