Review of Rize (2005) by Hana W — 04 Jan 2008

A very good doco, highly recommended, music and dance touches souls. You don't need words to be able to express yourself and this doc totally shows that. They have the right attitude here.

This review of Rize (2005) was written by Hana W on 04 Jan 2008.

Rize has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Cecily B (774) on 24 Feb 2010

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By Dorian Lynesky (1) for Empire (3,446) on 27 Jun 2017

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By Luke Y. Thompson (1,447) for Dallas Observer (1,128) on 14 Jan 2015

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By Dan R (619) on 27 Apr 2013

I don't like extended dance scenes that much so some of this was lost on me. I would have preferred more personal stories of the dancers…

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By Head S (76) on 08 Mar 2009

At least I got an insight on the Krumping scene…

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By S. Ladon W (1) on 27 Jan 2011

An amazing movie that shows that even in the darkest corners hope can find its way out…

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By Anna B (1,143) on 04 May 2009

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