Recoil

Recoil (2011) primarily evokes strong feelings of Anger and Sadness due to its central plot of a cop seeking brutal vengeance after the murder of his family. Empathy is high for the protagonist's tragic loss and his grim determination. The action and crime elements contribute to significant Anxiety and Anticipation as the vigilante pursues criminals, leading to moments of grim Satisfaction when justice is exacted. The overall tone is often Melancholy and Disturbing given the violent nature of the revenge and the underlying theme of a broken justice system.