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Riotsville, USA (2022)

4.920221h 30mEN
DocumentaryHistory

Directed by Sierra Pettengill

Rating

4.9/10

Runtime

1h 30m

Language

EN

Release

September 16, 2022

Director

Sierra Pettengill

Official Trailer

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Overview

An archival documentary about the U.S. military’s response to the political and racial injustices of the late 1960s: take a military base, build a mock inner-city set, cast soldiers to play rioters, burn the place down, and film it all.

Cast

Charlene Modeste

Charlene Modeste

Narrator

Fred R. Harris

Fred R. Harris

Self (archive footage)

Lyndon B. Johnson

Lyndon B. Johnson

Self (archive footage)

Robert Byrd

Robert Byrd

Self (archive footage)

Spiro Agnew

Spiro Agnew

Self (archive footage)

Strom Thurmond

Strom Thurmond

Self (archive footage)

Ronald Reagan

Ronald Reagan

Self (archive footage)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Riotsville, USA (2022), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

An archival documentary about the U.S. military’s response to the political and racial injustices of the late 1960s: take a military base, build a mock inner-city set, cast soldiers to play rioters, burn the place down, and film it all.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Riotsville, USA. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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