The Riot Act

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The Riot Act

PG-13

2018

1h 41m

Mystery & Thriller

Western

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A mysterious actress seeks revenge for a murder at an esteemed opera house.

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Eddie Harrison

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02/22/2021

4/5

...well worth a look for those seeking a more literary kind of thriller...

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James Hanton

Outtake Mag

07/28/2020

3 / 5

It tries too hard, but Parks' design props the film up just enough to make it worth sitting through until an expertly staged conclusion.

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Tiffany Tchobanian

Film Threat

10/21/2019

6.5/10

What The Riot Act lacks in gripping pace, it makes up for in stunning cinematography which beautifully captures the moody atmosphere of the era.

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Sr. Rose Pacatte

St. Anthony Messenger

10/21/2019

It is a strong first feature from writer/director Devon Parks, even if it is a little slow going and too smart for itself.

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Bill Arceneaux

Moviegoing with Bill

10/18/2019

1.5/5

A poor stage act, this is. An unfortunate disappointment.

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Marisa Carpico

The Pop Break

10/10/2019

What ultimately keeps The Riot Act from working isn't its villains but its hero.

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Synopsis

A mysterious actress seeks revenge for a murder at an esteemed opera house.

Director: Devon Parks
Producer: Devon Parks, Lauren Sweetser
Screenwriter: Devon Parks
Distributor: Hannover House
Production Co: Mad Possum Pictures
Rating: PG-13 (Brief Drug Material|Violence)
Genre: Mystery & Thriller, Western
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Sep 14, 2018, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 21, 2019
Box Office (Gross USA): $75.5K
Runtime: 1h 41m