When I Rise
Originally released in 2010. When I Rise is a documentary film. directed by Mat Hames. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
A documentary about Barbara Smith Conrad, a gifted University of Texas music student who finds herself at the epicenter of racial controversy, struggling against the odds and ultimately ascending to the heights of international opera. A gifted black music student at the University of Texas is thrust into a civil rights storm that changes her life forever. Barbara Smith Conrad is cast in an opera opposite a white male classmate fueling a racist backlash from members of the Texas legislature. Barbara's expulsion from the cast escalates the incident to national news, prompting unexpected support from a pop superstar. This small-town girl, whose voice and spirit stem from her roots in East Texas, emerges as an internationally celebrated mezzo-soprano and headlines on stages worldwide.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 14, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is When I Rise about?
A documentary about Barbara Smith Conrad, a gifted University of Texas music student who finds herself at the epicenter of racial controversy, struggling against the odds and ultimately ascending t...
Who directed When I Rise?
When I Rise was directed by Mat Hames.
How long is When I Rise?
When I Rise has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was When I Rise released?
When I Rise was released on March 14, 2010 in theaters.