Siya Kolisi’s Documentary Wins Top Award at Tribeca Film Festival in America

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi’s documentary, ‘Rise: The Siya Kolisi Story’, has won the top award in the documentary category of the Audience Awards at the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival in New York. The documentary, directed by Tebogo Malope, was screened at the popular film festival this past week.

The Documentary

‘Rise: The Siya Kolisi Story’ is a documentary based on Siya’s life, which was released this year. According to IMDB, the synopsis of the documentary reads: “The story of the first black South African rugby captain who against all odds led the South African national team to win the 2019 World Cup Rugby and in turn unites the country.”

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Reception by American Audience

Earlier in the week, Rachel Kolisi revealed via her Instagram that the documentary depicting her husband’s life was well received by the American audience. “Spent the day with our Roc Nation fam today in NY. Also went to a SOLD OUT Tribecca screening of Rise the Siya Kolisi story,” Rachel revealed on Instagram post.

About Rachel Kolisi

Rachel Kolisi is not only Siya’s wife but also the CEO of the Kolisi Foundation. The foundation aims to change the narrative of inequality for people in underprivileged communities in South Africa.

Tribeca Film Festival

The recently concluded Tribeca Film Festival took place in New York City from 7 June until yesterday, 18 June. The festival is known for showcasing a diverse selection of independent films and documentaries.