Rise 2022
After immigrating from Greece to Nigeria, Vera and Charles Antetokounmpo face the threat of deportation while trying to provide for their children. Meanwhile, their eldest son remains in Nigeria with relatives. Despite their efforts to obtain Greek citizenship, they face constant rejection. The family sells sunglasses to tourists in Athens and the brothers play on a local youth basketball team. Discovering their talent, they work hard to become world-class athletes. Through a manager, Giannis is drafted into the NBA in 2013, changing not only his life but the entire family’s.
