Rising from Ashes
'Rising from Ashes' is a feature length documentary about two worlds colliding when cycling legend Jock Boyer moves to Rwanda, Africa to help a group of struggling genocide survivors pursue their dream of a national team. As they set out against impossible odds both Jock and the team find new purpose as they rise from the ashes of their past.
Year: 2012
Genre: Documentaries, Sport
Country: South Africa, USA, Rwanda, UK
Director: T C Johnstone
Duration: 79 Minutes
Rating: M - Adult themes
7.6/10
Location in store: Documentary (Sport)
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