The Brotherhood of Justice

Audience emotional responses for 'The Brotherhood of Justice' are dominated by a sense of Anxiety stemming from the escalating violence and the vigilante group's loss of control. This is coupled with Anger at the initial school violence and the Brotherhood's eventual descent into becoming another violent gang. Sadness and Melancholy reflect the tragic outcome of good intentions gone awry and the leader's ultimate surrender. Empathy is felt for both the victims of violence and for Derek's moral struggle and the consequences he faces. Guilt is a significant emotion tied to Derek's actions and his decision to take responsibility. The transformation of the group into a violent entity evokes a Disturbing feeling. While there are moments of Excitement and Anticipation during action sequences, these are largely overshadowed by the film's somber and cautionary tone.