This is a documentary about rapper Hell Razah, one of hip-hop's greatest MCs with his uplifting, spiritual and religious angle, originally of Brooklyn's Red Hook group Sunz of Man, and one of the first originally signed to Wu-Tang's record label, who hasn't gotten yet his full spotlight, due to coming down with a brain aneurysm after his breakthrough solo album, Renaissance Child. I thought this film was very inspirational and educational starting from the birth of hip-hop and revealing its essence and purpose. Overall, Risen is a story of personal triumph, following a very relatable subject and groundbreaking artist, Razah, who uses his life wisdom and hip-hop skills to rise up against difficult odds to find true happiness.

Although I am not a big fan of hip hop music, I found this documentary to be fascinating. The film is a human interest story that has you routing for the main subject of the film, Razah. Very well written and performed!

Risen is a fascinating documentary -- 18 years in the making -- and follows the promising rapper Hell Razah. He was discovered by Wu-Tang Clan's RZA and has his rapidly ascending rapping career abruptly derailed by a brain aneurism, putting into question whether or not he could fully resume his career. Hell Razah then must go through endless hours of physical rehabilitation to re-teach his body to do basic things like walking and grabbing things with his hands. Risen follows Hell Razah during his recovery through his spiritual journey and new challenges as a rapper. This documentary is a must watch for any fan of rap, but is equally compelling for people looking for a great story.