Rise (2022)

Directed by

Akin Omotoso

Genre

drama film, biographical film, sport film

Country

United States

Runtime

1h 51m

Rated

PG

Rating

7.6 of 10 from 306 voters

Elsewhere

IMDb

How it feels

A biographical film about three Nigerian-Greek brothers who move to the United States and work hard to become successful NBA players. It focuses on their family support and determination to achieve their dreams.

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What happens

Rise is a 2022 biographical sports drama film directed by Akin Omotoso, from a script written by Arash Amel. Based on the true story of three young Nigerian-Greek brothers, Giannis, Thanasis and Kostas Antetokounmpo, who emigrate to the United States and rise to fame and success within the National Basketball Association. The film stars newcomers Uche Agada, Ral Agada, and Jaden Osimuwa in the three primary roles; with Elijah Shomanke, Yetide Badaki, and Dayo Okeniyi in supporting family roles. Rise was produced by Walt Disney Pictures and released as a Disney+ original film on June 24, 2022. It received generally positive reviews from critics. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

Trailer

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