Discussion Post: Vigilantism

[gen-is-gone.livejournal.com]

So, the show has had quite a few would-be vigilantes over the years (A Real Rain and Hotch's actions in 100 coming most readily to mind) but specifically in regards to Regina in Unknown Subject, there were quite a few comments saying the Emily shouldn't have deceived her, and even some that said Regina should have been allowed to murder her rapist. While I agree that the Piano Man was a despicable person, and his crimes warranted his hatred, I found slightly off-putting the idea that one of our team members would condone revenge murders, especially given the past anti-vigilante themes on the show. So my question for you is this: what stance do you think the show has taken in regards to vigilantes and revenge killers, and do you agree?

Comments

[citjara.livejournal.com]

I'd not see that as foreshadowing. Elle was always portrayed as rather abrasive, plus I think it's natural for women to be upset over rape - no matter if they've been a victim themselves or not. And I don't think we ever got enough evidence to definitely say whether Elle was a victim herself or not. It's like the Haley Hotchner affair hinted at in 3x02. We can assume, but we cannot know for sure.

Seeing what you wrote farther down, I don't think we'll agree on Elle. Plainly speaking, I think she was wrong and no matter how I look at this issue, I don't find anything to redeem her.