The Rising Place

The Rising Place

A story about discovering your heart in a place you never expected.

PG-13 2001 · 93 min · ★ 6.7 · Drama

The close friendship of two young women, each of a different race, and their struggle to find purpose in their lives during this time of social injustice and world war.

Directed by Tom Rice · Written by Tom Rice

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