Riot at the Rite (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 2005, Riot at the Rite is a drama and history film directed by Andy Wilson, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. In the spring of 1913, Parisian businessman Gabriel Astruc opens a new theater on the Champs Elysées. The first performance is the premiere of Igor Stravinsky's 'The Rite of Spring', danced by the Ballet Russes. The rehearsal process is extremely fraught: the orchestra dislike Stravinsky's harsh, atonal music; the dancers dislike the 'ugly' choreography of Vaslav Nijinsky. The volatile, bisexual Nijinsky is in a strained relationship with the much older Sergei Diaghilev, the Ballet Russes' charismatic but manipulative impresario. Public expectation is extremely high after Nijinsky's success in 'L'apres-midi d'un faune'. Finally, 'The Rite of Spring' premieres to a gossip-loving, febrile, fashion-conscious Parisian audience sharply divided as to its merits.
Who’s in it. Riot at the Rite stars Adam Garcia as Vaslav Nijinsky, Alex Jennings as Sergei Diaghilev, Emma Pierson as Romola and Griff Rhys Jones as Astruc, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Riot at the Rite sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Riot at the Rite page.
If you liked it. Fans of Riot at the Rite tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Riot at the Rite (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Riot at the Rite change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Riot at the Rite worth watching?
- Riot at the Rite holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Riot at the Rite?
- Riot at the Rite stars Adam Garcia, Alex Jennings, Emma Pierson, Griff Rhys Jones and Jonathan Aris.
- When was Riot at the Rite released?
- Riot at the Rite was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.