Rise
Rise

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Rise

2014
Movie
104 min
English

The true story of a young man falsely accused of rape and sentenced to six years in a maximum security prison. He must rely on survival skills and an unlikely bond with an infamous inmate to prove his innocence and regain his freedom.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Sebastian SchipperGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man becomes entangled in a life of crime when he meets a mysterious woman and gets involved with a dangerous crew. He finds himself in a high-stakes heist that tests his loyalties and his will to survive. As the situation escalates, he must confront the consequences of his choices.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise for its intense atmosphere and the lead performance. Some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable, but many commended its stylish execution and exploration of moral ambiguity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gripping tension and stylish direction.

  • Franz Rogowski delivers a compelling performance.

  • Some found the narrative a bit formulaic.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented or available through Google user reviews for this film.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'Victoria' and was shot in a single, continuous take, though the 2014 release of 'Rise' is a different film with a similar theme but not the single-take aspect.

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Will (Nathan Wilson) is a young nurse imprisoned for rape after a drunken one night stand. Protesting his innocence, he must adapt to the harsh realities of prison life while his barristers try to organise an appeal. Fortunately, he falls i...