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Equal Standard 2021

When an NYPD detective is shot by a fellow officer, it sparks outrage and protests within the community. Gangs unexpectedly unite to demand equal justice, echoing the ideal that people should be judged by their character, not their skin color. This movement profoundly impacts the city and triggers an intervention within the police force, as officers confront systemic racism and strive for change. The fight is challenging, but ultimately, seemingly impossible goals are achieved.

When an NYPD detective is shot by a fellow officer, it sparks outrage and protests within the community. Gangs unexpectedly unite to demand equal justice, echoing the ideal that people should be judged by their character, not their skin color. This movement profoundly impacts the city and triggers an intervention within the police force, as officers confront systemic racism and strive for change. The fight is challenging, but ultimately, seemingly impossible goals are achieved.

Does Equal Standard have end credit scenes?

No!

Equal Standard does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

Meet the Full Cast and Actors of Equal Standard

Explore the complete cast of Equal Standard, including both lead and supporting actors. Learn who plays each character, discover their past roles and achievements, and find out what makes this ensemble cast stand out in the world of film and television.


David Thorpe

David Thorpe

Crowd Member

Jermel Howard

Jermel Howard

Mel

Lynn Marocola

Lynn Marocola

NYPD Officer

Jules Willcox

Jules Willcox

Kathy McKenzie

Sal Rendino

Sal Rendino

Jim Hannigan

Marc John Jefferies

Marc John Jefferies

Kenny Williamson

Robert Clohessy

Robert Clohessy

Internal Affairs Detective Rullan

MeeWha Alana Lee

MeeWha Alana Lee

Officer Lee

Maurice Benard

Maurice Benard

Captain Chavat Issak

Chris Kerson

Chris Kerson

Detective Kevin McKenzie

Byron Clohessy

Byron Clohessy

Officer Garrett

Myles Clohessy

Myles Clohessy

Officer Mitchell

Drew Allen

Drew Allen

Officer

Anthony Clark

Anthony Clark

Dahkim

Hassan Johnson

Hassan Johnson

Justice

James Parris

James Parris

Jay

Kresh Novakovic

Kresh Novakovic

Officer Parmeto

Ice-T

Ice-T

Croft

James Doherty

James Doherty

Officer Jacobs

Tobias Truvillion

Tobias Truvillion

Detective Chris Jones

Treach

Treach

Trigger

Roger Brenner

Roger Brenner

Police Officer

David Perez-Ribada

David Perez-Ribada

Officer Ontario

Josh Berresford

Josh Berresford

Detective Jack Mullen

Bill Weeden

Bill Weeden

Mr. Gorka

Hilary Barraford

Hilary Barraford

Katie Mitchell

Nicole Johnson

Nicole Johnson

New Reporter

Gabriella Sophia Terrero

Gabriella Sophia Terrero

Kimberly Rullan

Brendan Kyle Cochrane

Brendan Kyle Cochrane

Matthew Muzio

Matthew Muzio

Police Officer

Vin Scialla

Vin Scialla

Officer Valario

Jim Thalman

Jim Thalman

Correctional Officer Ramm

Angela Lewis

Angela Lewis

Debb

Lee Ann

Lee Ann

Extra

Christian Morales

Christian Morales

Anti Crime Detective

Jermaine Hopkins

Jermaine Hopkins

Jermaine

Pamela Armstrong

Pamela Armstrong

Extra

Vincent Veloso

Vincent Veloso

Officer Stevens

Syleena Johnson

Syleena Johnson

Sergeant Jackie Jones

Fredro Starr

Fredro Starr

Du

Victor Girone

Victor Girone

John

Taheim Bryan

Taheim Bryan

Blue

Erin Sanderson

Erin Sanderson

Forensics Officer

Gerard Cordero

Gerard Cordero

Detective Jean Rivera

Audrey Labarthe

Audrey Labarthe

Detective Susan Rosette

Reggie Talley

Reggie Talley

Michael Williamson

Brad Fleischer

Brad Fleischer

Josh McKenzie

La Rivers

La Rivers

Keisha

Hwalan Shub

Hwalan Shub

Detective Kate Summers

Darlene Dues

Darlene Dues

Michael's Mother

Mary Round

Mary Round

Mrs. McKenzie

Carly Blake Sebouhian

Carly Blake Sebouhian

Assistant District Attorney

Ruslan Verkhovsky

Ruslan Verkhovsky

Police Officer

Vincent Minutella

Vincent Minutella

Internal Affairs Detective Jerry Rifkin

Terrence Glenn Thomas

Terrence Glenn Thomas

Joseph Jones

Jen Emma Hertel

Jen Emma Hertel

Driver

Samuel Shurtleff

Samuel Shurtleff

Detective David McKenzie

Karen Baptiste

Karen Baptiste

Receptionist

Adam Bradley

Adam Bradley

District Attorney

Courtney Silveira-Freeman

Courtney Silveira-Freeman

Officer Lisa Brown

Kareem Green

Kareem Green

Kareem

Jordan Michael Green

Jordan Michael Green

Drag Patron 1

Frank Osso

Frank Osso

Police Officer

Yoneiry Taveras

Yoneiry Taveras

Detective David

Pamela Macey

Pamela Macey

Laura McKenzie

Frank Rothman

Frank Rothman

The Mayor

Daniel Boyd Yahraes

Daniel Boyd Yahraes

Officer Davis

Tyler Merell

Tyler Merell

Det Vickie Jobrack

Madison Bryan

Madison Bryan

Sabrina

Michael Gentile

Michael Gentile

Forensics Captain

Hesham Ashour

Hesham Ashour

Doctor

Gamal Steele

Gamal Steele

Gang Member

Ameerah Briggs

Ameerah Briggs

Ashley Williamson

M. Reck

M. Reck

Gang Member

Chris Gross

Chris Gross

Funeral Guest

Angela McKee

Angela McKee

Jay's Grandmother

George Cruz

George Cruz

Officer Vincent

William Blount

William Blount

Crowd Member

Kenyon Phillips

Kenyon Phillips

Justin Mitchell

Juelle Dixson

Juelle Dixson

Secretary

Gregory Requena

Gregory Requena

Detective Keith Edwards

Tami Swartz

Tami Swartz

Forensics Officer

James Francis Kellinger

James Francis Kellinger

Desk Sergeant

Devin Palmer

Devin Palmer

Face

Jose A Dominguez

Jose A Dominguez

Will

Wilfredo Gómez

Wilfredo Gómez

Police Officer

Thomas Newell

Thomas Newell

Bartender

Atilola Lucano

Atilola Lucano

True

Jayson Evans

Jayson Evans

Dip

Alyssa Chase

Alyssa Chase

Press Member

Me'Lisa Modestil

Me'Lisa Modestil

Eyewitness

Joseph Penczak

Joseph Penczak

Doctor

Rob Minutoli

Rob Minutoli

Peter McKenzie

Fiona Dawn

Fiona Dawn

News Reporter

Kevin Klosz

Kevin Klosz

Firefighter

Alice Marie

Alice Marie

Police Officer

William Blount Jr.

William Blount Jr.

Crowd Member

Dwayne Longshore

Dwayne Longshore

Extra

Bishop Mitchell G. Taylor

Bishop Mitchell G. Taylor

Congressman

Dominick Giovunzzo

Dominick Giovunzzo

Funeral Guest

Tyree Gibson

Tyree Gibson

Crowd Member

Ronald Davidson

Ronald Davidson

Cameraman

Nehassaiu de Gannes

Nehassaiu de Gannes

Krystal Rullan

Amirah El-Mohmouh Bryan

Amirah El-Mohmouh Bryan

Keisha's Baby

Sebastian Daly

Sebastian Daly

Search Victim

Dan Rover

Dan Rover

Reverend Rover

Katherine Raia

Katherine Raia

Funeral Guest

Janay Spencer

Janay Spencer

Crowd Member

Ace Zaken

Ace Zaken

Crowd Member

Wayne James

Wayne James

Police Officer

Ronald Young

Ronald Young

Police Suspect

Ratings and Reviews for Equal Standard

See how Equal Standard is rated across major platforms like IMDb, Metacritic, and TMDb. Compare audience scores and critic reviews to understand where Equal Standard stands among top-rated movies in its genre.


Echo Score

The Movie Echo Score

58

Equal Standard presents a commendable effort to tackle systemic racism through a low‑budget, naturalistic lens, yet its execution is uneven. Critics acknowledge the director's effective use of New York locations, while audience feedback highlights both the relevance of its themes and significant shortcomings in acting and narrative cohesion. The film's visual approach and intention are praised, but pacing, character depth, and editing inconsistencies diminish its overall impact. Consequently, the movie offers a mixed viewing experience that may resonate with some viewers but falls short of broader appeal.

The Movie Echo Score Breakdown for Equal Standard

70
Echo Score

Art & Craft

In terms of direction and production design, the film benefits from a naturalistic approach that captures New York settings with notable efficiency. Reviewers commend the director's ability to achieve a substantial visual scope on a limited budget, and the cinematography receives positive remarks. However, some feedback points to rough editing and occasional pacing issues. Overall, the artistic execution is solid, though not without minor technical flaws.

45
Echo Score

Character & Emotion

When evaluating character work, the consensus leans toward criticism. Multiple viewers describe acting as stiff, with many performances deemed unconvincing and lacking depth. Few characters receive substantive development, and dialogue is frequently cited as subpar. A singular standout performance is noted, providing a brief positive counterpoint. The aggregate impression is that character portrayal undermines the film's thematic ambitions.

55
Echo Score

Story & Flow

The narrative addresses timely social issues, and several reviewers appreciate its relevance and intent. Yet pacing concerns and uneven scripting emerge as recurring complaints, with critics describing the plot as unfocused. While the storyline is acknowledged as conceptually strong, executional lapses result in a mixed perception of coherence and engagement. The story thus rests in a middle ground between promise and flaw.

70
Echo Score

Sensory Experience

Sensory elements such as visual style and sound design receive generally favorable remarks. The film's naturalistic aesthetic aligns with its thematic goals, and the on‑location shooting contributes to an authentic atmosphere. No major objections to the soundtrack or audio quality are recorded, and the overall sensory experience is viewed as competent, supporting the film's immersive intent.

50
Echo Score

Rewatch Factor

Rewatch potential is tempered by the film's uneven qualities. Some audience members recommend the movie for its discussion‑starter value and thematic relevance, suggesting a likelihood of repeat viewings in specific contexts. Conversely, pervasive criticisms of acting and narrative consistency diminish broader replay appeal. The net assessment indicates moderate, situational rewatch interest rather than strong lasting allure.

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Equal Standard Other Names and Titles

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