Rude
“Action speaks louder than words.”
Synopsis
This is the Easter weekend. In an inner city project, three people struggle against their demons and try to find redemption. They are Maxine, a window dresser depressed since she had an abortion and lost her lover ; Jordan, a boxer who has indulged in gay-bashing ; and 'The General', a drug dealer turned artist.
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Maurice Dean Wint
General
Rachael Crawford
Maxine
Clark Johnson
Reece
Richard Chevolleau
Jordan
Sharon Lewis
Rude
Melanie Nicholls-King
Jessica
Stephen Shellen
Yankee
Gordon Michael Woolvett
Ricky
Dayo Ade
Mike
Dean Marshall
Joe
Ashley Brown
Johnny
Andy Marshall
Addict
Falconer Abraham
Austin
Junior Williams
Curtis
Andrew Moodie
Andre
Nicole Parker
Niki
Michael Greyeyes
Spirit Dancer
Ramiah Hylton
Spirit Child
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clement Virgo
- Screenplay & Story
- Clement Virgo
- Original Score
- Aaron Davis, John Lang
- Original Title
- Rude
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clement Virgo
Clement Virgo
Aaron Davis, John Lang
Barry Stone
Susan Maggi
Damon D'Oliveira, Karen King
Department Leadership Roster
Clement Virgo
Director
Damon D'Oliveira
Producer
Karen King
Producer
Barry Stone
Director of Photography
William Fleming
Production Design
Maxyne Baker
Costume Design
Clement Virgo
Writer
Aaron Davis
Original Music Composer
John Lang
Original Music Composer
John Lang
Original Music Composer
Susan Maggi
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rude
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What is Rude about?
This is the Easter weekend. In an inner city project, three people struggle against their demons and try to find redemption. They are Maxine, a window dresser depressed since she had an abortion and lost her lover ; Jordan, a boxer who has indulged in gay-bashing ; and 'The General', a drug dealer turned artist.
Who directed Rude?
Rude was directed by Clement Virgo.
Who stars in Rude?
The principal cast of Rude includes Maurice Dean Wint, Rachael Crawford, Clark Johnson, Richard Chevolleau, Sharon Lewis.
When was Rude released and how long is it?
Rude was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Rude?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rude was composed by Aaron Davis, John Lang.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rude?
Rude holds official age classifications: CA: R.