Review of Rize (2005) by William W — 07 Apr 2010

Definitely in my top 30 documentaries. Tommy the Clown and Tight Eyez are brilliant. Wonderful documentary about an urban cultural dance phenomenon.

This review of Rize (2005) was written by William W on 07 Apr 2010.

Rize has generally received very positive reviews.

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