REBEL RIDGE (2024) BREAKDOWN: Details You Missed & Deeper Meaning Explained

Netflix’s Rebel Ridge is a surprise #1 hit, with Aaron Pierre and Don Johnson facing off in a small-town crime drama centered around the frustratingly real issue of civil asset forfeiture. Erik Voss breaks down the movie scene by scene for its deeper themes, behind the scenes drama, and interesting details that you might have missed.

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Written by: Erik Voss
General Manager: Zach Huddleston
Head of Production: John Costa
Director of Programming: Brandon Barrick
Senior Producer: Jessica Clemons
Post Production Supervisor: Riley Auskelis
Staff Editors: Drew Coombs, Joshua Steven Hurd
Editors: Alex Watson, Ed Vilderman, Eric Gorday, Lane McFaddin
Camera Operator: Dashiell Hamingson

PATREON PRODUCERS:
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[garinsparks]

Thanks for the kind words about our film. Was the hardest movie I've EVER worked on. 3 years, but I've/WE'VE never been prouder!!!
This is an INCREDIBLE video too!!!!

[mindfireart]

No sex, no killing, no nudity, and still gave us an amazing film. Major kudos.

[chickenpit]

Didn't know you could make a movie about revenge without the main character slaughtering his enemies, and making it great at the same time.

[charlesbrouillette]

My fav part was the fact that not once did he raise his voice

[chrisnazario]

This movie was so good. My wife asked me why I was sitting on the edge of my chair. She said "Why don't you sit back and relax?" To which I responded "This isn't the type of movie you sit back and watch." Aaron Pierre was phenomenal in this movie! I hope Pierre does big things because he may have the Midas touch.

[RamonteMeans]

This movie was dope af. As a Blackman. I get why they didn't focus on the racist part. That was a given taking where the movie takes place. It was just diffrent. And he whooped ass without shooting someone. Good movie

[hugoguy]

What If we just walk away, But then I was like nahh

[grahamperry]

The fact that it was a non-lethal action movie made it all the better. It was skilfully put together & the runtime/story/acting was fantastic. Obviously, there will be those out there who’ll say it’s no good because of the next-to-zero bodycount, but that’s what makes it so refreshing. Let’s have more of this character please (at least a trilogy)?!

…ALL HAIL NETFLIX’S ‘ALTERNATIVE’ JACK REACHER!!

[ReboneMora-weoo]

Loved how he really showed restraint even when he was all out… Aaron did this movie justice

[djmattblack]

This movie definitely had First blood vibes, the way one man takes on a town full of crooked cops. It was a really pleasant surprise and Pierre absolutely carries this well

[Wolfman]

I loved how the movie was contained in a small town setting. Not every action movie about corruption needs to involve the Feds. It allowed a bit of realism and was able tackle real local issue. I was really surprised on how good this movie.

[Gersheyz]

He keeps his cousin's medical bracelet in his car, and doesn't start wearing it until he decides to confront the cops for their final showdown. I liked how calm and clear he is throughout the whole movie, which really highlights that no matter how civil you are, cops with egos will still overly assert their authority and abuse their power over civilians. I agree that his acting career will probably be on the rise after this, especially with how 'John Wick' of him it was to handle weapons with respect and accuracy.

[MrConnorTV]

My favorite part is the Asian guys running the restaurant, switch to the stereotypical accent when speaking to customers on the phone haha

[yuniorreyes.]

This was a great film. Thoroughly surprised how good the final product was after reading up what the production went through. Aaron Pierre is gonna be a bonafide movie star, and I can’t wait to see it!

[jfarley]

honestly glad they re casted it, this actor played the part Perfectly!!

[eliasdelgado]

Aaron Pierre as John Stewart, Green Lantern! That would be pretty sick 🔥

[cryptidon]

I hope Aaron Pierre finds his way back to Blade ... as Blade. Guy definitely has action/adventure chops.

[KingJusTee]

Aaron Pierre killed this role. Me and wifey came across this movie and it was really good. Although disliked the way it ended, overall not bad at all.

[pauljazzman]

Rebel Ridge is incredibly good. Great to see a movie with restraint, the action is amazing without just being all shooting. Aaron Pierre is amazing in this movie. Thanks for going over it in such detail.

[patsyoliver]

This movie was intense! I didn't relax until it ended, and he was holding the DVR. 👏🏾❤ 20:46