A journey inside the world of real life caped crusaders. From all over America, these self-proclaimed crime fighters, don masks, homemade costumes and elaborate utility belts in an attempt to bring justice to evildoers everywhere.
Direction
Barnett walks the razor's edge between mockery and genuine compassion.
Production
Intimate access that makes you feel like you're in their mom's basement.
Director
Michael Barnett
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This predated the 'real life superhero' trend peak by years; several subjects later appeared in news cycles for actual vigilantism arrests.
The film captures a specific pre-2016 American desperation — these are Trump-country men in masks, finding purpose through cosplay before QAnon gave them new uniforms.
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