A young woman was raped at a high school party in Steubenville, Ohio, in August 2012, leading to a national conversation about consent and accountability.
“When social media, “boy will be boys,” and vigilante justice collide, Steubenville, Ohio will never be the same.”
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A young woman was raped at a high school party in Steubenville, Ohio, in August 2012, leading to a national conversation about consent and accountability.
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In August 2012, a young woman is raped at a high school football party in Steubenville, Ohio. The documentary "Roll Red Roll" follows the aftermath of this crime, focusing on Alexandria Goddard's investigation through her true crime blog. It reveals how social media played a role in the community's response and the complicity surrounding the incident. Interviews and social media analysis illustrate the culture of silence that allowed the case to gain national attention, prompting discussions about consent and accountability.
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Why Watch
- See Alexandria Goddard's investigation unfold
- Find out how social media impacted the case
- Meet key figures in the Steubenville community
Did You Know
- The film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 22, 2018.
- It was released in a limited capacity on March 22, 2019.
- The documentary has a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 29 reviews.
- Metacritic rates the film 83 out of 100 based on 9 reviews.
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Who directed the documentary Roll Red Roll?
Nancy Schwartzman directed and produced Roll Red Roll.
When did Roll Red Roll premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival?
Roll Red Roll had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 22, 2018.
What is the approval rating of Roll Red Roll on Rotten Tomatoes?
Roll Red Roll has an approval rating of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 29 reviews.
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