Synopsis: Rise Up is a series of 5 short stories inspired by environmentalist Jonathon Porritt’s ideas on the future. Set over 5 years, each story follows a different character as they journey out of the chaos of 2020 and discover their voice, passions and activism. These films are a hope-filled call to action for anyone who believes we are not inexorably doomed and can imagine a better future.
Writer: Beth Flintoff Executive Producer: Becky Burchell Producers: Tobi Kyeremateng, Marcie McLellan Editor: Ben Unwin Cinematography: Tristan Chenais, Charlotte Ginsborg Composer: Tara Forth Music: RICHMND, Rosehip, Greg Hepworth Sound Mix: Matt Hill Grade: Holly Greig @ FreeFolk Drone Pilot: Andy Bodycombe @Hexcam
Starring: Jon Gutierrez Shem Hamilton Priya Kansara James Quinn Frewyn Thursfield Venice Van-Someran
Festivals and Screenings: Kinosaray Positive Film Festival - Ukraine Wiltshire Creative Film Festival - UK Bolton International Film Festival - UK International Migration & Environmental Film Festival - Canada G20 Education Summit - Italy Green Screen Environmental Film Festival - Trinidad & Tobago
