Rise
7.6/10
Rating
113 min
Runtime
2022
Release Year
Akin Omotoso
Director
Cast
Uche Agada, Dayo Okeniyi, Yetide Badaki, Ral Agada, Jaden Osimuwa
Quick Synopsis
Vera and Charles Antetokounmpo moved from Nigeria to Greece, where they faced many challenges trying to support their five children while constantly fearing deportation. Despite the difficulties and a legal system that made it hard for them to gain Greek citizenship, the family remained determined and hopeful. Their perseverance helped them overcome these obstacles and eventually led to three of their children becoming NBA champions.
Detailed Synopsis of Rise
After emigrating to Greece from Nigeria, Vera and Charles Antetokounmpo struggled to survive and provide for their five children, while living under the daily threat of deportation. Desperate to obtain Greek citizenship but undermined by a system that blocked them at every turn, the family's vision, determination and faith lifted them out of obscurity to launch the careers of three NBA champions.
