The Equalizer 2 (2018)

The protagonist, Robert McCall, was originally portrayed as a white character in the 1980s television series. In this film adaptation, he is portrayed by a Black actor, Denzel Washington, which constitutes a race swap.

The protagonist, Robert McCall, embodies a strong moral code rooted in principles of justice, protection of the innocent, and righteous retribution against evil, which are often framed with biblical allusions and a sense of divine purpose. The narrative consistently validates these virtues through his actions.

The film features a sympathetic portrayal of Sam Rubinstein, a Jewish Holocaust survivor, whose stolen family heirloom becomes a central plot point. The narrative strongly condemns the historical persecution of Jewish people and champions justice for the victimized, aligning the audience with Rubinstein's dignity and suffering.