Rise (2022) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
After emigrating to Greece from Nigeria, Vera and Charles Antetokounmpo struggle to survive and provide for their five children while living under the daily threat of deportation.
Rated PG • 2022 • 1h 53m
Rise depicts the true story of the Antetokounmpo family, focusing on parents Vera and Charles as they navigate the challenges of immigration in Greece. The narrative explores their struggle to secure legal status while raising five sons who eventually find success in the NBA. Parents should be aware that the film includes depictions of systemic racism, xenophobia, and the constant threat of deportation, which create an environment of… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Rise appropriate for kids?
Rise depicts the true story of the Antetokounmpo family, focusing on parents Vera and Charles as they navigate the challenges of immigration in Greece. The narrative explores their struggle to secure legal status while raising five sons who eventually find success in the NBA… Read more — free account
Content severity in Rise
What happens in Rise, moment by moment
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:38 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:52 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
Sex and nudity in Rise
There is no sexual content in this film.
Violence and gore in Rise
Violence is minimal and non-graphic. It consists primarily of brief physical altercations or athletic injuries occurring during basketball games.
Language in Rise
Language is very mild, featuring only infrequent usage of terms like "suck" and one instance of a racial slur used as an insult.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Rise
There is no substance use depicted in the film.
Mature themes in Rise
The film centers on mature thematic elements including the stress of illegal immigration, the fear of family separation, and the impact of racism on a young family's ability to thrive.
Scary moments in Rise
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Rise yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rise appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Rise is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Rise depicts the true story of the Antetokounmpo family, focusing on parents Vera and Charles as they navigate the challenges of immigration in Greece. The narrative explores their struggle to secure legal status while…
What age rating does Rise have?
Rise is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Rise about?
Rise depicts the true story of the Antetokounmpo family, focusing on parents Vera and Charles as they navigate the challenges of immigration in Greece. The narrative explores their struggle to secure legal status while raising five sons who eventually find success in the NBA. Parents should be aware that the film…
Is there sex or nudity in Rise?
There is no sexual content in this film.
How violent is Rise?
Violence is minimal and non-graphic. It consists primarily of brief physical altercations or athletic injuries occurring during basketball games.
Is the language in Rise appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild, featuring only infrequent usage of terms like "suck" and one instance of a racial slur used as an insult.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Rise?
There is no substance use depicted in the film.
What mature themes appear in Rise?
The film centers on mature thematic elements including the stress of illegal immigration, the fear of family separation, and the impact of racism on a young family's ability to thrive.
How long is Rise?
Rise runs 113 minutes, directed by Akin Omotoso, released in 2022.
Where can I read the full Rise parent guide?
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