Brendon Jones It’s fine. It's literally the definition of a fine movie. You’ve seen it before, you know every beat and outcome before the characters even do. Only question is how much escapism you’re looking for.

Zlatica One of the worst ways to make a cult movie is to set out to make a cult movie.

Janis One of the most extraordinary films you will see this year. Take that as you want.

Walter Sloane Mostly, the movie is committed to the value of a good time.

svonsawilski From the first few moments of the movie, Rise the Protagonist Will is portrayed as a likable, fun-loving, responsible character who cares for others. Vices cause him to seek pleasure in a morally compromising situation which condemns him. Selfishness imprisons him until he is released through the petitions of those that love him. A technicality is exposed and his journey impacts many others. A lesson in integrity, mateship and the value of Christian principles. Watch it to witness lessons that Will learns the examples of effective ministering. The soundtrack and images of self reflection, confrontation and growth are powerful. Midshots, headshots, longshots establish moments of personal struggle and relationships in crisis. Props such as motos, bibles, and pictures help to define and focus the audience onto the Christian Principles and values expounded by Rise.

Jono Wilson Rise is a film that showed a young man who climbed a mountain to achieve justice in a justice system that continually fails us here in Australia. Being a young man living and loving life myself showed just how easily it could've been for me or one of my family or friends to be in the same position that Mack had been in. Seeing how one man, with limited assistance came from the depths of despair unjustly jailed, to being a free man was displayed brilliantly in this film. Mack's journey was clearly one of high emotion which left those watching this film aghast throughout with scenes of humour thrown in to cut through that emotion. A great story, a true story and highly recommend RISE!

juliakatemccoy This is a film about how it is possible to overcome challenges in our life, no matter how tough they might seem. With some great Australian actors (as well as some new ones), alongside a compelling script, the audience is taken on Will's journey, through his lowest of lows and his highest of highs. Will's friendship with inmate Jimmy is a touching part of the story and also provided some Aussie comic relief in what is quite a serious film. The dedication and hard work the director has put into making this film what it is does not go unnoticed by the audience. This is a film which should not be missed and at the same time is good for the soul!

gsalpa I'm a huge fan about movies based on real life events and of real substance and this movie delivers exactly that. Well written, inspiring story and heart felt performance my both experienced Martin Sacks and his younger co-star Nathan Wilson, who we will see, go on to amazing things. Thoroughly enjoyed this movie and would highly recommend it to all my family and friends. If you enjoy movies that keep you in suspense and anticipation, then you will also enjoy this movie. After reading the negative reviews posted about this movie, I decided I had to register and voice my own view. What happened to this young man could happen to anyone and that's what makes this movie a great watch.