Rise (2022) -

A central message is the strength found in family bonds, with the motto "one person scores, the whole family scores".

The film highlights the family's resilience against systemic poverty and legal instability. Rise (2022)

Starring Dayo Okeniyi and Yetide Badaki as the parents, with newcomers Uche Agada and Ral Agada playing Giannis and Thanasis. A central message is the strength found in

It explores the dual identity of being Nigerian-Greek and the struggle for recognition in a country that initially denied them citizenship. Key Details Director: Akin Omotoso. Platform: Released exclusively on Disney+ on June 24, 2022. It explores the dual identity of being Nigerian-Greek

The 2022 film is a biographical sports drama that tells the incredible true story of the Antetokounmpo family , specifically the journey of Giannis Antetokounmpo and his brothers as they rose from undocumented immigrants in Greece to NBA superstars. Plot Summary

The movie follows after they emigrate from Nigeria to Greece in search of a better life. Living under the constant threat of deportation and struggling to make ends meet, the family works together, with the children often selling souvenirs to tourists on the streets of Athens.

Everything changes when the brothers, who initially played soccer, discover their talent and passion for . Despite lacking legal status and facing immense social hurdles, their dedication leads Giannis to the 2013 NBA Draft , marking the beginning of a legacy that would see three brothers ( Giannis, Thanasis, and Kostas ) all become NBA champions. Core Themes