Rebel
Rebel

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Rebel

1987
Movie
Adult · 18+
64 min
English

Mark Steel - Rebel. All the women he ever wants. Now he wants something different - young men. He's always noticed how men stare at him, now he's doing something about it. And they're waiting in line for it.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes30%
Director: Michael AptedGenres: Drama, War, Romance

Plot Summary

Set in Ireland during the turbulent years of the Easter Rising in 1916, Rebel tells the story of Sean Thornton, an American mercenary who finds himself drawn into the conflict. Torn between his professional duty and his growing feelings for an Irish woman, Sean grapples with the complexities of loyalty, love, and the escalating violence of the rebellion.

Critical Reception

Rebel received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some praised Matt Dillon's performance and the film's ambition in tackling a historical event, many found the narrative disjointed and the historical context underdeveloped. The romantic subplot was often cited as unconvincing, and the film failed to resonate widely with audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praiseworthy ambition to depict a historical event but ultimately falls short.

  • Matt Dillon's performance is a highlight, though often overshadowed by a weak script.

  • The film struggles to balance its historical drama and romantic elements effectively.

Google audience: Audience reception data for Rebel is not widely available on Google, making it difficult to summarize specific user likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Ireland, attempting to capture the atmosphere of the period, but faced challenges in its historical accuracy and narrative coherence.

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