RiseUp
7.7
“On an island where reggae is considered the voice of the people and an outlet for survival, Rise Up Reggae Star follows three aspiring artists who seek to 'rise up' from obscurity for their chance at success.”
Rise Up is a journey into the heart of Jamaica - the island that gave birth to the worldwide cultural phenomenon of Reggae. In a society where talent abounds and opportunity is scarce, three distinct and courageous artists fight to rise up from obscurity and write themselves into the pages of history. With music and appearances by legends Lee "Scratch" Perry, Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare, and a slew of soon-to-be superstars, Rise Up follows artists in the dangerous streets, back alleys and crowded dance halls of Kingston and the countryside. These artists demonstrate the raw power of hope and courage in a land which is largely unseen, but certainly not unsung.
Cast
26 people
Luciano Blotta Director · Catalina Rincón Editor
United States release February 13, 2011 · Produced in United Kingdom
Production
BBC Film
Production
United Kingdom
Produced in
Languages
Original language
English
Spoken on screen
English
Release dates
Netherlands · November 27, 2008
Premiere · IDFA
United States · February 13, 2011
Theatrical
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