In English and Xhosa with English subtitles
Wheelchair accessible
Companion Card accepted
Assistive Hearing system available (FM)
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Africa Film Fest Australia’s Opening Night.
Join us at 7pm and let yourself be transported under the Baobab Tree, with the sounds of Kora player Malin Sylla, as you enjoy traditional African drinks, before the screening at 7:45pm.
Stay for our After Party and step to the beat with DJ GINGR with food from Little Lagos.
Our opening night film is the Australian Premiere of “Rise: Siya Kolisi Story” the uplifting true story of the first Black captain of the Springboks, South African national rugby union team.
From hardship to heroism: Witness the journey of a born leader.
Leaders are born out of many circumstances, including the need to grow up fast. Siya Kolisi had no other choice in the harsh challenges of his upbringing. Trials and tribulations gave way to a leader, and fittingly, the first Black captain of the South Africa national rugby union team. Hear from the man himself alongside family, friends, teammates, and more, as they weave together the grand tale of just who and what makes the Springboks legend so incomparable.
Winner Audience Award, Tribeca Film Festival, 2023
ACCESSIBILITY
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$2.50 Transaction Fee applies.
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