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Concussion (2015)

Concussion (2015)

Drama

Even legends need a hero

Release Date: 2015, November 12
Directors: Peter Landesman
Countries: United States of America
Production: Village Roadshow Pictures, Columbia Pictures, The Cantillon Company, LStar Capital, The Shuman Company, Cara Films, Scott Free Productions
Cast: Gary Grubbs, Scott Miller, Stephen Moyer, Alec Baldwin, David Morse, Holt McCallany, Paul Reiser, Joshua Elijah Reese, Cindy Jackson, David Dale McCue, Joe Fishel, Jackson Nunn

Overview:

A dramatic thriller based on the incredible true David vs. Goliath story of American immigrant Dr. Bennet Omalu, the brilliant forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of CTE, a football-related brain trauma, in a pro player and fought for the truth to be known. Omalu's emotional quest puts him at dangerous odds with one of the most powerful institutions in the world.

Keywords:

biography based on true story doctor biographical drama american football medical drama human brain social justice nfl (national football league) concussion professional sports brain damage sports injury sports controversy cte (chronic traumatic encephalopathy) neuropathology brain trauma research scientific integrity sports corruption nfl cover‑up sports ethics player safety institutional pressure corporate intimidation public health crisis