Rising Phoenix

 As anyone that knows me can tell you, I detest sports. I spent countless hours watching sports games and matches growing up that I never want to see another second of them in my life.

That being said, I absolutely LOVE the Olympic Games! I love the events, both winter and summer, I love hearing the stories of the athletes competing for their country, I love counting the medals that the countries win. I love the stories of hope and perseverance, I love the patriotism, I love the camaraderie, the fact that all of these countries can come together in peace to compete in a common goal, I love it. 

I have to say that I was disappointed that the Olympic Games were canceled this year due to the pandemic. I'm sure every sports fan felt that way about missing their favorite sports as well. If you fall into either category, this movie is for you.

"Rising Phoenix" tells the story of the Paralympic Games, a subject that I knew very little about. The film details the origins of the games, which got its start in the midst of World War II. 

The movie also shares stories of athletes in the Paralympic Games, as well as footage of the athletes in their respective events.

Now streaming on Netflix, this is an amazing film about some amazing athletes. Five stars.