Rise
2022
After emigrating to Greece from Nigeria, Vera and Charles Antetokounmpo struggled to survive and provide for their five children, while living under the daily threat of deportation. Desperate to obtain Greek citizenship but undermined by a system that blocked them at every turn, the family's vision, determination and faith lifted them out of obscurity to launch the careers of three NBA champions.
Director:
Akin Omotoso
Writers:
Arash Amel
Awards:
2 nominations total
Production:
Akin Omotoso
Country:
United States, Greece
