Rise
Disney+ | Release Date (Streaming): June 24, 2022 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
74
METASCORE
Generally favorable reviews based on 5 Critic Reviews
Positive:
4
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1
Negative:
0
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Critic scorePublicationBy date
88
RogerEbert.comAramide TinubuJun 24, 2022
So often, Disney films smooth over some of the uglier bits that plague human society. However, in showcasing Charles and Vera's journey from Lagos to Istanbul and eventually Athens, award-winning Nigerian film director Akin Omotoso refuses to shy away from the racism, xenophobia, humiliation, and everything else the two encounter. Read full review
80
The New York TimesCalum MarshJun 27, 2022
It’s not simply a movie about how Giannis became one of the most dominant players in the league. It’s about why Giannis is so lovable. Read full review
80
Los Angeles TimesGary GoldsteinJun 24, 2022
Rise scores as first-rate family filmmaking and a worthy reminder that some dreams can and do come true — big time. Read full review
70
Screen RantFerdosa AbdiJun 27, 2022
It is a solid sports biopic that aims to celebrate the cherished memories the Antetokounmpos have and their continued success as a united, happy, and prosperous family. Read full review
51
TheWrapJesse HassengerJun 30, 2022
The movie’s points about immigration are made early; much of the rest amounts to good things eventually happening to talented and hard-working people. That might be a story, but it’s not much of a drama. Read full review
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