Riverbend
“When you're right... you fight!”
Synopsis
A black major and his men are on the run from a rigged court-martial and hide out in a small Georgia town where a cruel white sheriff is terrorising the black population. Together with one strong-willed woman, they formulate a bold plan to fight for freedom and human rights.
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Top Cast
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Steve James
Maj. Samuel Quentin
Margaret Avery
Bell Coleman
Tony Frank
Sheriff Jake
Julius Tennon
Sgt. Tony Marx
Alex Morris
Lt. Butch Turner
Vennessa Tate
Pauline
T.J. Kennedy
Monroe
Linwood Walker
Fatman
Norman Colvin
Hugo
Keith Kirk
Mike
John Norman
Marcus Coleman
Jim Ponds
Jackson
Doug Sivad
Hammon
Tyrees Allen
Gus
Derrell Craddock
Jones
Patrick Floch
Nelson
John Evans
Parker
Robert Knott
Baxton
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sam Firstenberg
- Screenplay & Story
- Samuel Vance
- Original Score
- Paul Loomis
- Original Title
- Riverbend
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Prism Entertainment Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sam Firstenberg
Samuel Vance
Paul Loomis
Ken Lamkin
Marcus Manton
Regina Dale, Troy Dale, Norman Stevens, Samuel Vance
Department Leadership Roster
Sam Firstenberg
Director
Samuel Vance
Writer
Norman Stevens
Producer
Samuel Vance
Producer
Paul Loomis
Original Music Composer
Ken Lamkin
Director of Photography
Marcus Manton
Editor
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1989
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Frequently Asked Questions About Riverbend
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What is Riverbend about?
A black major and his men are on the run from a rigged court-martial and hide out in a small Georgia town where a cruel white sheriff is terrorising the black population. Together with one strong-willed woman, they formulate a bold plan to fight for freedom and human rights.
Who directed Riverbend?
Riverbend was directed by Sam Firstenberg.
Who stars in Riverbend?
The principal cast of Riverbend includes Steve James, Margaret Avery, Tony Frank, Julius Tennon, Alex Morris.
When was Riverbend released and how long is it?
Riverbend was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Riverbend?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Riverbend was composed by Paul Loomis.