Rebel Ridge Netflix Movie Review: Abuse of Authority and a Story of Revenge

One-line review: Initially, the film is quite frustrating due to the police's abuse of power, but it seems to shift towards a cathartic resolution by the end.

The word 'Rebel Ridge' can be interpreted as "the boundary of resistance" or "a crucial turning point".

Information about the movie 'Rebel Ridge'

Rating: R (Restricted)

Genre: Thriller, Drama

Production Country: USA

Runtime: 131 minutes

Available on: Netflix

Synopsis: Richmond, a former Marine, is diligently cycling to the courthouse when he visits a small town. He has a wad of cash intended for his cousin's bail, but it is unfairly confiscated by the local police. There's a compelling reason why he must secure his cousin's release.

Review

Overall, the initial part of the movie is frustrating, and even the middle part doesn't feel particularly exhilarating. There's no excessive gun violence or killing sprees. (It's natural, in a way, as such actions would make the perpetrator a criminal.) Nevertheless, the narrative keeps you engaged, making it quite watchable. The ending... well, it wasn't the smoothest.