Equilibrium is a film that we have a lot of feelings about, which is perfectly fitting. We take a look at this unfairly maligned flop from the post-Matrix era of philosophical action films, and discuss how its themes of emotional repression, self-expression, and waking up to who you truly are can be turned into a queer story. Also, about how totally awesome gun kata is.

CW: Death, suicidal ideation, mental health, anti-depressants, transphobia, homophobia, gender dysphoria, police violence, fascism

References:

• Equilibrium Director's Commentary by Kurt Wimmer
• Equilibrium Director and Producer Commentary by Kurt Wimmer and Lucas Foster
• Equilibrium by Kill James Bond

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