“RISE The Siya Kolisi Story” is a documentary that tells the story of Siya Kolisi, the first black captain of South Africa’s national rugby team. Directed by Tebogo Malope, the film portrays Kolisi’s challenging upbringing in South Africa, marked by poverty, systemic racism, and violence, and the role rugby played in his life. The documentary goes beyond sports, highlighting his leadership both on and off the field, which has inspired a nation grappling with historical injustices.
