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The Ride (2018 film)

The Ride is a 2018 independent film directed by Alex Ranarivelo and written by him, Hadeel Reda and J.R. Reher. It is based on the true story of Scottish BMX rider John Buultjens, a troubled boy from a Neo-Nazi family who is fostered by an interracial couple.

The film stars Shane Graham, Ludacris and Sasha Alexander. John Buultjens plays a version of his own abusive biological father.[1]

It was released in North America in 2020 on Amazon Prime.[2]

References

  1. ^ Brocklehurst, Steven (2017-12-16). "BMX star's rough ride from abused child to Hollywood". BBC Scotland News. Retrieved 2025-01-17.
  2. ^ Kennedy, Lisa. "'The Ride' Review: Well-Intentioned Adoption Drama Can't Triumph Over Racism". Variety. Retrieved 6 December 2020.