Plot — What is Riot about?
John Akomfrah’s seminal Riot traces the riots in Liverpool during July 1981 in a climate of economic recession under Thatcher’s regime. Akomfrah captures this turning point in Britain’s struggle towards multicultural democracy through interviews revealing the ghettoisation and racial abuse in Toxteth that escalated with stop-and-search policing tactics following the “sus” laws.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 50 min |
| Audience Score | 100% (10.0/10, 1 votes) |
Riot — FAQ
Is Riot worth watching? Riot holds a 10.0/10 rating from 1 viewers. John Akomfrah’s seminal Riot traces the riots in Liverpool during July 1981 in a climate of economic recession under Thatcher’s regime. Akomfrah captures this turning point in Britain’s struggle towards multicultural dem
Who directed Riot? Directed by John Akomfrah.
Who is in the cast of Riot? It stars Paul Barber.
Where can I stream Riot? Streaming availability for Riot is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Riot release? It released in 1999.
