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Rebellion

2011·Movie
2h 16min

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

  • Tension9
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Dark Humor2

World

History, politics, and a real life story

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition5

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About

April 1988, Ouvéa Island, New Caledonia. 30 gendarmes are taken hostage by a group of Kanak freedom fighters. 300 soldiers are sent from France to re-establish order. 2 men confront each other: Philippe Legorjus, chief of the terrorist squad, and Alphonse Dianou, head of the kidnappers. Through their shared values, they will attempt to make discussion triumph. But, in the middle of a presidential election, when the stakes are political, order isn't always dictated by morality. A violent and troubling epic that marks the return of Mathieu Kassovitz in front and behind the camera.
Political ThrillerHistorical DramaColonial ConflictMoral AmbiguityBased on True EventsIntense StandoffFrench CinemaEthical DilemmaTense DialogueSocial Commentary

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No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Rebellion

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Where can I stream Rebellion legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Rebellion worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 95%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Rebellion rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Rebellion?

2 h 16 min

Rebellion runs 2 h 16 min.

Is Rebellion based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Rebellion?

Critics95
Audiences70

Not quite. Critics rate Rebellion higher (95) than audiences (70). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Rebellion in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France, New Caledonia.

In how many countries can I watch Rebellion?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Rebellion in 17 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.