Synopsis

Rising Above tells the story of a handful of everyday Canadians who were or currently are victims of bullying in their own lives. The film chooses to focus on the positive ways in which these individuals were able to rise above their circumstances and the adversity they faced. Rising Above provides a source of hope for those currently being bullied, and empowers students to be more understanding, more accepting, and an even bigger help to those around us who are struggling with challenges of their own.