Conclusion
At its core The Boondock Saints is an ultra stylized take on the classic vigilante movie. The movie's "makers" want the audience, during the course of the film, to cheer on the actions of the McManus brothers. McEntree(2009) argues that this type of movie "seduce viewers" by cultivating empathy for the vigilantes even as their actions become more and more ethically questionable. The films overt references to religion can be framed as providing justification for the McManus brothers actions. At the beginning of the film a priest, as part of his homily, cautious good people about failing to act against evil. He affirms a belief already held by the brothers which is reaffirmed, and expanded, when God speaks to them in a shared dream. Later in the movie their long lost father, "Il Duce", renters their lives to expand their fight against evil and corruption even further. In terms of religious ideology the McManus brothers, and father, are closer to the retribution and punishment approach to justice sentiment of the Old Testament than the New Testament's emphasis on forgiveness and reconciliation. The connection to ritual (the "family prayer", pennies to pay the fare to the afterlife) reinforces this connection. The films overt references to religion gives it a uniqueness. It is a distinguishing feature that helps fuel its cult film status.
In this video, The Saints "announce" their existence to the world and fully embrace their mission. This is their STATEMENT OF FAITH or CREED.