The phrase "riveting plot" indicates that a story or movie has an incredibly engaging and captivating storyline that keeps the audience completely absorbed and interested. Full definition
Percy's riveting plot centers on More's wild, and wildly funny, attempt to halt this diabolical animalizing of our species. (religion-online.org)
But its build - up is cresting in some high - octane action cinema sans the celluloid, with no less than three riveting plots rolled into one. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)
Despite the riveting plot summary, the only things that rescue «The Deep End» from being bland are Tilda Swinton's strong performance as a terrified, desperate mother and a somewhat interesting music score. (rottentomatoes.com)