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Rise

10.0202522m

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.

Directed by Jessica J. Rowlands

CAST

The people behind the story

Tongayi Chirisa

Tongayi ChirisaCoach Tobias

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Sikhanyiso NgwenyaRise

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Edmet DubeGodknows / Lead Bully

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Kelvin TalianaFortune (Boxer 2)

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Cilemeko Tickey MudendaNever (Boxer 1)

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Tobias MupfutiCoach Tobias Body Double

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Prudence MubaiwaNurse

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Samson MdimbaKnocked out boxer