In the final act ("Premiere Buildup & Legacy Commitment"): Preparations for the February 2011 premiere intensify as public tribute campaigns launch. The documentary concludes with a powerful montage and a firm commitment to channel all proceeds into the Memorial Fund.

Rise (2011) — AI Story Visualization

Name: Rise
Genre: tv-movie
Released: 2011
Rating: 6

Plot Analysis Summary

A commemorative documentary tracing the legacy of the 1961 skating tragedy and the sport's evolution in America.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

The 1961 Tragedy & Foundation

Production & Luminaries Reflections

Sport Evolution & Anniversary Milestone

Premiere Buildup & Legacy Commitment

Celebrates American figure skating while commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1961 U.S. World Figure Skating Team that perished in a plane crash on its way to the World Championships in Prague. Produced and directed by 16-time Emmy Award winners Lookalike Productions, RISE documents the sports' growth in popularity over the years and features various luminaries of American figure skating. Proceeds from RISE will be used to further the mission of U.S. Figure Skating's Memorial Fund, which was established on Feb. 23, 1961, as a living legacy of those who lost their lives. The film's Feb. 17, 2011, premiere coincides with the 50th anniversary of the tragedy.

Directed by

Nancy Stern Winters

Key Cast

Matt Lauer — Self - Host
Michelle Kwan
Brian Boitano
Patricia Clarkson — Maribel Vinson Owen
Dakota Fanning — Laurence Owen

Rating: 6/10 (1 votes)