RILEY (US, 2024)

2024   |   95 mins   |   English  

Director:   Benjamin Howard

Stars:  Jake Holley, Colin McKalla, Riley Quinn-Scott

RILEY follows the story of Dakota Riley, a high school football star grappling with the pressures of traditional masculinity and his journey to embrace his true self. As his personal life and athletic identity collide, Riley’s story offers a heartfelt exploration of self-discovery in the face of societal expectations. With its powerful narrative and unique perspective, RILEY resonates with viewers and shines a light on important, often overlooked themes.

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Praise for RILEY

• “An impressive portrait” – Radio Times

• "Raw and powerful… written beautifully" – Close-Up Culture

• “One of the best coming-of-age films in years” – Calgary International Film Festival

• "Scores a winning touchdown" – Cinerama

• "The film grabs hold powerfully" – Shadows on the Wall

• “This film works so well” – From The Fourth Row

• “An ensemble of richly observed characters… beautifully performed” – Cinerama

• "Enthralling viewing" – Film Carnage

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Festival highlights include:

• BFI Flare Festival 2024 – Official Selection

• Florida Film Festival 2024 – Nominee, Best Feature

• Calgary Film Festival 2024 – Nominee, Best Feature

• San Diego Film Festival 2024 – Winner of 8 awards, including Best Film, Best Director, and Best Lead Actor