Southern Rites
“What changes and what remains”
Synopsis
Southern Rites visits Montgomery County, Ga., one year after the town merged its racially segregated proms, and during a historic election campaign that may lead to its first African-American sheriff. Acclaimed photographer Gillian Laub, whose photos first brought the area unwanted notoriety, documents the repercussions when a white town resident is charged with the murder of a young black man. The case divides locals along well-worn racial lines, and the ensuing plea bargain and sentencing uncover complex truths and produce emotional revelations.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Southern Rites (HBO Documentary Films)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-05-08
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 18, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gillian Laub
- Screenplay & Story
- Josh Alexander
- Original Score
- Joel Goodman
- Original Title
- Southern Rites
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Group Effort Films, Atom Factory, Get Lifted Film Co., HBO Documentary Films, Doc Society
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gillian Laub
Josh Alexander
Joel Goodman
Nancy Novack, Joel Plotch
Josh Alexander, Gillian Laub, John Legend, Mike Jackson, Troy Carter
Department Leadership Roster
Gillian Laub
Director
Josh Alexander
Writer
Josh Alexander
Producer
Joel Goodman
Original Music Composer
Nancy Novack
Editor
Joel Plotch
Editor
Gillian Laub
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Southern Rites
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What is Southern Rites about?
Southern Rites visits Montgomery County, Ga., one year after the town merged its racially segregated proms, and during a historic election campaign that may lead to its first African-American sheriff. Acclaimed photographer Gillian Laub, whose photos first brought the area unwanted notoriety, documents the repercussions when a white town resident is charged with the murder of a young black man. The case divides locals along well-worn racial lines, and the ensuing plea bargain and sentencing uncover complex truths and produce emotional revelations.
Who directed Southern Rites?
Southern Rites was directed by Gillian Laub.
Who stars in Southern Rites?
The principal cast of Southern Rites includes Not specified.
When was Southern Rites released and how long is it?
Southern Rites was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Southern Rites?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Southern Rites was composed by Joel Goodman.