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Rebel Ridge
2024 131 min United States of America R 16+
★7.4
Crime, Action, Thriller, Drama
Director: Jeremy Saulnier
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Description
A former Marine confronts corruption in a small town when local law enforcement unjustly seizes the bag of cash he needs to post his cousin's bail.
Starring
Aaron Pierre
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Don Johnson
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AnnaSophia Robb
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Awards
Won 1 Primetime Emmy. 10 wins & 23 nominations total
Key opinion
Rebel Ridge is a restrained, social-issue-driven thriller that prioritizes de-escalation and systemic critique over high-octane action. While the film is praised for its strong lead performance and atmospheric visuals, its slow tempo and political themes remain highly polarizing.
| Acting | Aaron Pierre's breakout performance provides a powerful and emotionally resonant anchor for the film. | |
| Acting | AnnaSophia Robb and Don Johnson deliver strong, credible performances that support the central conflict. | |
| Cinematography | The film uses a stylish, retro aesthetic and strong atmosphere to ground its setting. | |
| Pacing | The film's slow-burning tempo is seen as adding weight to the social drama by some, while others find the runtime tedious and lacking excitement. | |
| Theme | The exploration of systemic police corruption and racial bias is praised as a timely social critique by some, but dismissed as heavy-handed political messaging by others. | |
| Screenplay | The plot's realism is contested, with some finding the procedural elements smart, while others find the character actions and logic implausible. |