Rise
Synopsis
Young, gifted and black! In an act of self-empowerment, a group of young Black people, mainly first and second generation immigrants from the Caribbean, have occupied the public space of the Toronto underground to perform their agitprop concept of edutainment – poets, rappers, singers and musicians.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Benjamin de Burca, Bárbara Wagner
- Screenplay & Story
- Emelie Chhangur, Bárbara Wagner, Benjamin de Burca
- Original Score
- Nate Smith
- Original Title
- Rise
- Country of Origin
- Brazil, Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- Ponte Filmes
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Benjamin de Burca, Bárbara Wagner
Emelie Chhangur, Bárbara Wagner, Benjamin de Burca
Nate Smith
Pedro Sotero
Benjamin de Burca, Bárbara Wagner
Emelie Chhangur, Benjamin de Burca, Bárbara Wagner
Department Leadership Roster
Benjamin de Burca
Director
Bárbara Wagner
Director
Emelie Chhangur
Screenplay
Bárbara Wagner
Screenplay
Benjamin de Burca
Screenplay
Emelie Chhangur
Producer
Benjamin de Burca
Producer
Bárbara Wagner
Producer
Nate Smith
Original Music Composer
Pedro Sotero
Director of Photography
Benjamin de Burca
Editor
Bárbara Wagner
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Rise.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rise
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What is Rise about?
Young, gifted and black! In an act of self-empowerment, a group of young Black people, mainly first and second generation immigrants from the Caribbean, have occupied the public space of the Toronto underground to perform their agitprop concept of edutainment – poets, rappers, singers and musicians.
Who directed Rise?
Rise was directed by Benjamin de Burca, Bárbara Wagner.
Who stars in Rise?
The principal cast of Rise includes Randell Adjei, Nathan Baya, Chantal Rose, Dynesti Williams, Duke Redbird.
When was Rise released and how long is it?
Rise was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Rise?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rise was composed by Nate Smith.