Rise Up (2008)

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 and Crew:

Director(s):

Luciano Blotta

Writer(s):

N/A

Starring:

Ice Anastacia, Mikey Bennet, Brandish, Franz Capone, Suzanne Couch, Delano the Cricket, Steve Culture, Jaggy D., Eloy Daron, Maestro Dj, Lowell 'Sly' Dunbar, Baby G., Bunny Goodison, John Gourzong, Toots Hibbert, Prince Javed, Brian Jobson, Fred Locks, Ras Haile Malekot, Bamboo Man, Top Man, Brushy One String, Lee 'Scratch' Perry, Kemoy Reid, Rootz Underground, Robert Russell, Robbie Shakespeare, Turbulence, Ygo

Producer(s):

Luciano Blotta, Darrin Holender

Release Info:

Release Date: November 27, 2008 (Netherlands) | Length: 88 min | Genre: History, Music | MPAA Rating: NR | Note(s): Premiered at the iDFA (International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam) in 2008. Need to look through cast list to "identify" more names.

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