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Rise Films Marks Anniversary with New Projects

Updated 2026-07-23 14:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

Documentary production company Rise Films is celebrating its 20th anniversary and will make its Venice debut in September. The company has several projects on release, including Erik Shirai’s Sumo.

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Teddy Leifer Talks Busy 20th Anniversary Year For Rise Films With Three Pictures On Release & Freshly Announced Venice Debut

It’s shaping up to be a busy year for Teddy Leifer’s documentary-focused production company Rise Films as it marks its 20th anniversary. Having previously conquered Cannes, Sundance, Toronto, IDFA and Tribeca, the London-based company will make its Venice debut in September with Erik Shirai’s Sumo:

2026-07-23 14:28 UTC