Rise (2025)
2025 · 0h 22m · Drama
Genres: Drama
A charismatic young boy who lives on a rubbish dump in Zimbabwe must convince a reclusive boxing coach to teach him to fight in order to find safety and strength in a world that has left him behind.
Director: Jessica J. Rowlands
Writers: Jessica J. Rowlands
Music by: Max Uldahl
Cinematography: Jacques Naudé
Cast
Tongayi Chirisa as Coach TobiasSikhanyiso Ngwenya as RiseEdmet Dube as Godknows / Lead BullyKelvin Taliana as Fortune (Boxer 2)Cilemeko Tickey Mudenda as Never (Boxer 1)Tobias Mupfuti as Coach Tobias Body DoublePrudence Mubaiwa as NurseSamson Mdimba as Knocked out boxerPhineas Makuvaza as RefereeCharles Ndlovu as DoctorMore like this
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