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Concussion

Concussion

Even legends need a hero

20157.12h 3m

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.

Directed by Peter Landesman
Written by Peter Landesman, Jeanne Marie Laskas
Produced by Ridley Scott, Larry Shuman, David Wolthoff
Box OfficeBudget: $35.0MRevenue: $50.4M

Top Cast

Will Smith

Will Smith

Dr. Bennet Omalu

Alec Baldwin

Alec Baldwin

Dr. Julian Bailes

Albert Brooks

Albert Brooks

Dr. Cyril Wecht

Gugu Mbatha-Raw

Gugu Mbatha-Raw

Prema Mutiso

David Morse

David Morse

Mike Webster

Arliss Howard

Arliss Howard

Dr. Joseph Maroon

Mike O'Malley

Mike O'Malley

Daniel Sullivan

Eddie Marsan

Eddie Marsan

Dr. Steven DeKosky

Hill Harper

Hill Harper

Christopher Jones

Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje

Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje

Dave Duerson

Themes & Keywords

american footballconcussionbiographybased on true storydoctorsocial justiceprofessional sportsbrain damagesports injurynfl (national football league)medical dramahuman brainsports controversybiographical dramacte (chronic traumatic encephalopathy)neuropathologybrain trauma researchscientific integritysports corruptionnfl cover‑upsports ethicsplayer safetyinstitutional pressurecorporate intimidationpublic health crisis

About Concussion

Concussion is a drama film released in 2015 exploring themes of american football, concussion, biography, based on true story, doctor, social justice. Directed by Peter Landesman, it stars Will Smith, Alec Baldwin, Albert Brooks. 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.

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