Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case
Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case is a 1980 American made-for-television drama film directed by Peter Levin and starring Mickey Rourke, Linda Hamilton and Rip Torn. It is based on the true story of the trial of John Rideout, who was accused of raping his wife Greta in Oregon, 1978. Plot. John Rideout (Rourke) forces sex from his wife (Hamilton), claiming that it is his right as a husband. She says that it is rape. The case must be settled in court. External links. Films set in 1978 Rape and Marriage: The