Rise Studios is a media and entertainment company building a collaborative ecosystem for world-class storytelling from the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond. In a short span, Rise has emerged as a distinctive force in the regional industry, delivering a diverse slate across film and television. Its projects include IT’S OK ELISSA, a documentary chronicling the Lebanese superstar’s transition to independence, ALL BUT DIVORCED, FORGETFULNESS, and A NOSE AND THREE EYES, reflecting a strategy that spans Egyptian, Pan-Arab, Palestinian, and Lebanese markets. Rise’s projects have screened at major international festivals including Toronto, Cannes, BFI London, Red Sea, São Paulo, and Thessaloniki, earning both critical acclaim and strong audience response.
A PACKED 2025 PRODUCTION SLATE: Over the past year, Rise has worked on the Nasser Brothers’ ONCE UPON A TIME IN GAZA, Annemarie Jacir’s PALESTINE 36, and Alfoz Tanjour’s Lebanese drama FORGETFULNESS.
CAGED LOVE: An entry point into the Turkish market, Rise’s upcoming project is being produced in partnership with Inter Medya, helmed by Canan Çelik, and starring Eslem Akar, Mert Altınışık, Caner Kurtaran, Gül Arcan, and Pelin Orhuner.
