Concussion (2015)
Even legends need a hero
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.
Director: Peter Landesman
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 123 min
Release Date: November 12, 2015
Cast
- Will Smith - Dr. Bennet Omalu
- Alec Baldwin - Dr. Julian Bailes
- Albert Brooks - Dr. Cyril Wecht
- Gugu Mbatha-Raw - Prema Mutiso
- David Morse - Mike Webster
- Arliss Howard - Dr. Joseph Maroon
- Mike O'Malley - Daniel Sullivan
- Eddie Marsan - Dr. Steven DeKosky
- Hill Harper - Christopher Jones
- Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje - Dave Duerson
Screenplay
Music: James Newton Howard
Cinematography: Salvatore Totino
Editing: William Goldenberg
Production: Village Roadshow Pictures, Columbia Pictures, The Cantillon Company, LStar Capital, The Shuman Company, Cara Films, Scott Free Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $35M
Box Office: $50M
Original Language: en
Themes
Medical Drama and Hospital
Keywords
american football, concussion, biography, doctor, professional sports, brain damage, sports injury, nfl (national football league), medical drama, human brain
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Concussion about?
- 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.
- Who directed Concussion?
- Concussion was directed by Peter Landesman.
- Who stars in Concussion?
- Concussion stars Will Smith, Alec Baldwin, Albert Brooks, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, David Morse, Arliss Howard.
- How long is Concussion?
- Concussion has a runtime of 2h 3m (123 minutes).
- What genre is Concussion?
- Concussion is a Drama film.
- What is the budget of Concussion?
- Concussion had a budget of $35M.
- How much did Concussion gross?
- Concussion grossed $50M worldwide.
- Where was Concussion produced?
- Concussion was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Concussion?
- The themes of Concussion include: Medical Drama and Hospital.