The force awakens will make more than the entire top ten made this weekend last year, so 2015 will end the year on a very positive note in the yearoveryear comparison. Bennet omalu, a forensic neuropathologist, discovers cte, a footballrelated brain trauma, in a pro player and fights for the truth to be. Watch concussion 2015 movie trailer instantly, no need to login. Ten years ago, a movie bluntly titled concussion would most likely never have been made. Aug 11, 2017 the doctor who inspired the movie concussion truth doesnt. Released december 25th, 2015, concussion stars will smith, alec baldwin, gugu mbatharaw, arliss howard the pg movie has a runtime of about 2 hr 1 min, and received a score of 55 out of 100. Dec 21, 2015 the movie is emotionally and spiritually accurate all the way through, concussions writerdirector peter landesman told the new york times on wednesday, in response to griping from. Bennet omalu and his battle to raise awareness about the issue of brain damage in retired nfl players. Goliath with excellent acting, direction, and cinematography.
At last the secret is out, and landesman and his fine cast will help to keep the conversation going. Bennet omalu, the brilliant forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of cte, a footballrelated brain trauma, in a pro player and fought for the truth. A forensic neuropathologist discovers the first footballrelated brain trauma in the christmas day drama. With the release of concussion on december 25, heres a look at the real story of dr. Biografie sport film geregisseerd door peter landesman. Everything you need to know about concussion movie 2015. But on christmas day it will be out at theaters across the country. Fandango chief correspondent dave karger breaks them down with a little help from will ferrell and mark wahlberg. As of the summer of 2015, more than 5,000 former players were. The real doctors behind concussion movie, bennet omalu and. Bennet omalu, the brilliant forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of cte, a footballrelated brain trauma, in a pro player and fought for the truth to be known. Bennet omalu wonderfully played by will smith who uncovered a shocking revelation about the damaging effects football collisions have on its players. If you like a little sports drama during the holiday season and dont feel like watching another rocky movie then you.
Recent release concussion is the rare movie that agitates scientists and sports lovers alike. Will smith movie concussion touches nerve for nfl cnn. Concussion 2015 the nfl owns neuroscience scene 210. Will smith stars in concussion, a dramatic thriller based on the incredible true david vs. On the downside, it looks like both concussion and point break will open on the outside of the top five. Gugu mbatharaw, left, and will smith in concussion, a film directed by peter. What could have easily become an overly dark biopic delivers a compelling truth showcases the nfls faults through one of will smiths best.
Concussion movie clip tell the truth 2015 will smith, alec baldwin movie hd duration. Will smith stars in concussion, a dramatic thriller based on the incredible true. The nfls reaction to the concussion movie starring will. Will smith stars in a dramatic thriller based on the incredible true david vs. I wish i could meet the writers of this movie so i could hug them and thank them for the boldness of this movie and the message is speaks. In the united states and canada, the film opened on december 25, 2015 alongside daddys home, joy, point break and the nationwide expansion of the big short.
December 25, 2015 will smith stars in concussion, a dramatic thriller based on the incredible true david vs. Concussion is a 2015 american biographical sports drama film directed and written by peter landesman, based on the expose game brain by jeanne marie. This film is vital in uncovering a hazard that was kept hidden for far too long. United states december 25, 2015 nationwide canada december 25, 2015. It was later determined that 28% of football players have or will suffer from cte. As handsomely composed as concussion is, there is a rudimentary staleness difficult to get beyond, the film never rising to the same heights as 2015s other major procedural, tom mccarthys close to brilliant spotlight. The doctor who inspired the movie concussion truth doesnt. Bennet omalu, played in this movie by will smith, laments to his wife prema, near the final quarter of concussion. Although not autobiographical, the story was partially inspired by passon herself suffering a mild concussion, in the same manner depicted in the film, shortly before she began writing the screenplay. The sickening crunch of football players crashing against each other, helmet to helmet, echoes through concussion like an alarm. The film about the nfls apparent cte epidemic feeds the pervasive national myths about head trauma.
Omalus emotional quest puts him at dangerous odds with one of the most powerful institutions in the world. Concussion 2015 tt3322364 a dramatic thriller based on the incredible true david vs. The best movie quotes, movie lines and film phrases by movie quotes. Bennet omalu will smith has made a startling discovery. Omalus emotional quest puts him at dangerous odds with one of the most powerful. Bennet omalu, the brilliant forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of cte, a footballrelated brain trauma, in. The movie is engaging and fascinating for much of its two hours. May 25, 2017 10 videos play all concussion 2015 movie movieclipsfilm the big short 6 jared vennetts pitch to front point partners jenga blocks scene duration. The truth about will smiths concussion and bennet omalu. Dec 25, 2015 which movies right for you this weekend.
Jan 12, 2016 six things concussion the movie wont tell you but brain experts will. The 2016 oscars hopeful concussion takes a look at how american football players suffer from major head injuries and lifelong debilitating problems as a result of repeated concussions and efforts by the national football league to deny it. Dec 24, 2015 the real doctors behind concussion movie speak out. Concussion was released in 2015 on friday, december 25, 2015 in nationwide movie theaters. A dramatic thriller based on the incredible true david vs. Concussion, the movie, may change way football is played. A forensic neuropathologist discovers the first footballrelated brain. Concussion is a 2015 american biographical sports drama film directed and written by peter landesman, based on the expose game brain by jeanne marie laskas, published in 2009 by gq magazine. Concussion is another film about actual events that would better be served by a documentary than a fictional adaptation.
Just in time for the nfl playoffs, here comes concussion, a movie that will hopefully give many serious pause about our nations most popular sport. Concussion lands a solid, wellacted hit on its impressively timely subject matter, even if its traditional sports drama structure is a little too safe to deserve a fullon dance in the end zone. One of the most impactful scenes in concussion is a brief and wordless one. There were 5 other movies released on the same date, including daddys home, joy and point break. Concussion is a wellwritten inspiring tale of david vs. Students will be introduced to the problem of injuries caused by concussion and repeated head trauma in football and other sports. Most nfl fans know head injuries are a cause for concern in the sport. The nfl settled on the condition that it would not have to disclose that it knew, and when, on the effects of concussion on football players.
Bennet omalu, the brilliant forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of cte, a. It is a gift to countless families who otherwise might lose their sons the same way we lost so many other players to this irresponsible and reckless sport. In february 2015, bennet omalu officially became a us citizen. Composer james newton howard puts his horns on overload, sweeping into scenes that work well in films like the village but with a film such as concussion. Bennet omalu uncovers the truth about brain damage in football players who suffer repeated concussions in the course of normal play. Stream free concussion full movie online on 123movies. Released december 25th, 2015, concussion stars willsmith, alecbaldwin, gugumbatharaw, arlisshoward the pg movie has a runtime of about 2 hr 1 min, and received a score of 55 out of 100 on. Concussion 2015 while conducting an autopsy on former nfl football player mike webster david morse, forensic pathologist dr. Dec 23, 2015 the movie is engaging and fascinating for much of its two hours. Concussion 2015 in pittsburgh, accomplished pathologist dr. Concussion, the movie, may change way football is played, viewed part 1 of 2 updated mar 22, 2019.
Bennet omalu will smith discovers neurological deterioration that. Watch concussion trailers and video, including teasers, extended looks, exclusive clips, footage, sneak peeks, interviews, and more on moviefone. Peter landesman on the set of the movie concussion. A sensitive will smith anchors film that hits home. Dec 25, 2015 will smith stars in concussion, a dramatic thriller based on the incredible true david vs. Concussion 2015 football killed mike webster scene 110. With the release of concussion on december 25, heres a look at. For the best experience please update your browser. But the new film concussion, starring will smith, is set to spread that message.
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