House of the Rising Sun (2011)
House of the Rising Sun (2011)Directed by: Brian A. Miller
Starring: Dave Bautista, Amy Smart, Dominic Purcell, Danny Trejo, Craig Fairbrass
Genre: Crime / Thriller / Action
Runtime: 90 mins
Streaming on: Sometimes available on Tubi, Prime Video, or Apple TV (availability may vary)
OverviewDave Bautista stars as Ray Shane, an ex-cop with a dark past, trying to turn his life around by working security at a mob-owned nightclub and casino. But when the club is violently robbed and a mobster’s son is killed, Ray becomes the prime suspect.
Caught between vengeful gangsters, corrupt cops, and his own demons, Ray must uncover who set him up — before the criminal underworld closes in on him. It’s a moody tale of redemption, revenge, and survival in a world where second chances are rare.
What Worked
Dave Bautista’s brooding, physical presence — a solid early lead role Noir-inspired tone with shadowy visuals and a morally gray hero Tight pacing at under 90 minutes Familiar faces in the supporting cast: Danny Trejo, Dominic Purcell Gritty low-budget charm for fans of direct-to-video crime thrillers
Fan Reactions
“A rough but watchable crime flick — Bautista shows potential.” “It’s not Heat, but it delivers the gritty vibe.” “Bautista fans will enjoy seeing him in an early, serious role.” “Has that old-school noir feel, just in a modern gangster setting.”
Final VerdictHouse of the Rising Sun is a straightforward, no-frills crime thriller. It may not reinvent the genre, but it offers enough grit, action, and intrigue to satisfy fans of low-budget noir with a tough lead at the center. A solid stepping stone in Dave Bautista’s acting career.
