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Ned Rifle 2015

Status
Released
Runtime
85 minutes
Director
Hal Hartley
Network
Possible Films
★ TMDB users: 5.8/10 from 58 votes NR Drama Released
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What is Ned Rifle?

Ned Rifle is a 2014 American drama film written and directed by Hal Hartley. It serves as the third and final installment in a trilogy that follows characters originally introduced in the 1997 film Henry Fool and its 2006 sequel, Fay Grim.

Type
Film
Year
2015
Status
Released
Runtime
85 minutes
Release date
Apr 1, 2015
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Possible Films
Budget
$395,292
Genres
Drama
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 5.8/10 from 58 votes
Episode runtime
~85 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Possible Films

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Ned Rifle is a 2014 American drama film written and directed by Hal Hartley. It serves as the third and final installment in a trilogy that follows characters originally introduced in the 1997 film Henry Fool and its 2006 sequel, Fay Grim. The narrative focuses on Ned, the son of Henry and Fay, who embarks on a mission to locate and kill his father. Ned holds his father responsible for the destruction of his mother's life. However, his objective is complicated by the interference of a troublesome character named Susan. Susan possesses a connection to Henry that existed before he first entered the lives of the Grim family. The film features a cast that includes Aubrey Plaza, Quincy Tyler Bernstine, Parker Posey, and Martin Donovan. The production has a runtime of one hour and 25 minutes and received a United States release on April 1, 2015. It is categorized as a drama and is archived as a feature-length motion picture.

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Should you watch it?

“A young man embarks on a quest to kill his father for ruining his mother's life.”

Reasons to watch
  • It serves as a character-focused drama exploring complex family dynamics.
  • The film features a central quest narrative driven by personal vengeance.
  • It offers a concise 85-minute runtime that focuses on its core conflict.
Keep in mind
  • The film is currently not available on major domestic streaming platforms.

Watch it if you enjoy character-centered dramas that examine the long-term consequences of family trauma.

The film maintains a dramatic tone with a focused, steady pace suitable for audiences interested in independent narrative cinema.

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Where can I stream Ned Rifle?

The film is currently not available on major domestic OTT streaming platforms.

Is this film worth watching?

Whether the film is worth watching depends on your interest in character-driven independent dramas and the work of director Hal Hartley.

What is the duration of the film?

Ned Rifle has a total runtime of 1 hour and 25 minutes.

Does this film have multiple episodes?

No, this is a feature-length film rather than a television series.

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