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The real doctors behind concussion movie, bennet omalu and. Concussion billed itself to us audiences as the movie the nfl doesnt want you to see. Dec 27, 2015 the new will smith movie concussion has put the spotlight back on the dangers of football. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. With the release of concussion on december 25, heres a look at the real story of dr. Concussion 2015 in pittsburgh, accomplished pathologist dr. Dec 21, 2015 its the movies most dramatic scene and one that, taken at face value, has some terrifying implications. Bennet omalu is based on true events and it discusses the growing issue of cte chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a condition caused by excessive concussions in the nfl. Listed below are five quick facts about the true story.

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 full on dance in the end zone. Bennet omalu uncovers the truth about brain damage in football players who suffer repeated concussions in the course of normal play. The scrutiny that that you come under when you are making a movie that based on real events is sometimes overwhelming, says oscar winner william goldenberg. Bennet omalu, a forensic pathologist who discovered chronic traumatic encephalopathy cte upon conducting the autopsy of pittsburgh. Starring will smith, alec baldwin, albert brooks, david morse based on the 2009 gq article game brain by jeanne marie laskas. Jeanne marie laskas first met the young forensic pathologist dr. Parents and athletes worried about brain trauma a fear likely to be fanned by the upcoming movie concussion. This film, written and directed by peter landesman and based in part on a 2009 magazine article, portrays omalu as a cheerful, quietly religious man who, as a nigerianborn immigrant, believes strongly in the american dream, and believes that doing the right thing is part of that whole trip. Eventually omalu realizes that websters brain is damaged, the result of years of hits to the head playing football and many. As with most movies based on true stories, the plot of concussion reportedly mirrors reallife events at times while deviating at others. Bennet omalu is a caring, thorough doctor at the pittsburgh medical examiners office whos baffled by his latest case. Concussion medic didnt identify head trauma syndrome as will.

Bennet omalus discovery of deadly brain injury called cte in professional football players that the nfl tried to discredit. The response his findings elicit from the nfl quickly prove him mistaken. Team owners in the nfl are already preparing their responses to the movie, concussion. In this, part i of a twopart series on concussions and cte, timothy neal offers his impressions of the newlyreleased movie, concussion. With the release of concussion on december 25, heres a look at the. What is more impressive is after watching the film i discovered that this movie. Six things concussion the movie wont tell you but brain experts. Read the concussion movie synopsis, view the movie trailer, get cast and crew information, see movie photos, and more on. Peter landesman, jeanne marie laskas based on the gq article game brain. 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 truth about will smiths concussion and bennet omalu.

The new will smith movie concussion has put the spotlight back on the dangers of football. 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. The data is only saved locally on your computer and never transferred to us. Rebecca skloot, author of the immortal life of henrietta lacks the story of dr. But the reserved tone also makes this movie worth an. Will smith stars in concussion, a dramatic thriller based on the. Bennet omalu, a forensic neuropathologist, discovers cte, a footballrelated brain trauma, in a. Bennet omalu, the nigerian immigrant who was the first to publish research on the. Its the movies most dramatic scene and one that, taken at face value, has some terrifying implications. Jun 17, 2019 with the release of concussion on december 25, heres a look at the real story of dr. Is the will smith movie concussion based on a true story. Atlanta falcons coach asked nfl prospect eli apple, do you like men. The film is based on the real life struggle of nfl whistleblower dr. Surprisingly poignant, executed well, and maturely conveyed, concussion is a surprising film.

Omalu told her about a day in september 2002, when, in a dingy morgue in downtown pittsburgh, he picked up a scalpel and made a discovery that would rattle america in ways hed. Will smiths new movie concussion will be released on. Bennet omalu, a pathologist who becomes embroiled in a battle with the nfl. Dec 16, 2015 parents and athletes worried about brain trauma a fear likely to be fanned by the upcoming movie concussion. Eventually omalu realizes that websters brain is damaged, the result of years of. Bennet omalu, a forensic pathologist who fights against the national football league trying to suppress. But the reserved tone also makes this movie worth an afternoon visit.

Six things concussion the movie wont tell you but brain. Concussion medic didnt identify head trauma syndrome as. Concussion movie to put spotlight on nfls legal issues. Will smith and dontez james in concussion 2015 will smith in concussion. After a blow to the head, abby decides she cant do it anymore. Bennet omalus battle against the nfl is classic david and goliath stuff, and jeanne marie laskasone of my favorite writers on earth. Bennet omalus discovery of deadly brain injury called cte in professional football players that the. Bennet omalus discovery of a new degenerative brain disease among football players inspired a movie and the wrath of the nfl. 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. Concussion movie questions by ivan iniguez teachers pay. Dec 18, 2015 concussion medic didnt identify head trauma syndrome as will smith film claims, say doctors this article is more than 4 years old. With will smith, alec baldwin, albert brooks, david morse.

The editing, by oscarwinner william goldenberg he won for argo and also put together zero dark thirty, for which he was also nominated, is brisk and inventive, managing to imbue excitement into montages in which omalu is doing nothing more pulsepounding than looking at a bunch of slides. With robin weigert, maggie siff, johnathan tchaikovsky, ben shenkman. 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. Recent release concussion is the rare movie that agitates scientists and sports lovers. Dec 03, 2015 it makes sense that the first sound one hears as the movie concussion opens is the cacophony of football. Advance praise for concussion a gripping medical mystery and a dazzling portrait of the young scientist no one wanted to listen to. Mar 31, 2016 the 2015 film concussion, which is nominated for an mtv movie award in the true story category, stars will smith as dr. Concussion is a melancholy affair which keeps its lead character at a distance, making for somewhat frustrating viewing.

Bennet omalu will smith, the brilliant forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of cte, a footballrelated brain trauma, in. Bennet omalu, a pathologist who becomes embroiled in a battle with the nfl after his research indicates that a football career can lead to lasting brain damage but just how true is the story. Bennet omalu, a pathologist who becomes embroiled in a battle with the nfl after his research indicates that a football career can lead to lasting brain damage but just how true is the story read. Concussion, the movie, may change way football is played. For sports lovers, the christmas day film from writerdirector peter landesman, based on a true story, has troubling implications for a major u. 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. Will smith stars in concussion, a dramatic thriller based on the incredible true david vs. The real doctors behind concussion movie speak out. Marie laskas, who wrote the book concussion, on which the movie is based. Concussion billed itself to us audiences as the movie the nfl doesnt want you to. Bennet omalu, a pathologist who becomes embroiled in a. Concussion movie based on true story trailer starring will smith presented by donna odonnell figurski america loves football, but the national football league nfl fears a new movie that will be released on december 25, 2015. Dec 24, 2015 concussion appears to be based on both an article and a book, but, if thats too confusing, the most important thing to remember is that concussion is based on the true story of dr.

Jul 06, 2017 10 videos play all concussion 2015 movie movieclipsfilm rodney dangerfield at his best on the tonight show starring johnny carson 1983 duration. Concussion medic didnt identify head trauma syndrome as will smith film claims, say doctors this article is more than 4 years old. Omalus emotional quest puts him at dangerous odds with one of the most powerful. Dr bennet omalu, played by will smith in the film concussion. 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. According to concussion, omalus work on chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or cte.

The movie is engaging and fascinating for much of its two hours. Jan 28, 2015 the film is based on the real life struggle of nfl whistleblower dr. Concussion is a 20 american drama film written and directed by stacie passon and starring robin weigert. Of course, landesman knew concussion, based on the true story of dr. Watch concussion 2015 movie trailer instantly, no need to login. Dec 24, 2015 the real doctors behind concussion movie speak out.

Concussion editor talks about balancing artistic license. Nov 12, 2015 of course, landesman knew concussion, based on the true story of dr. It makes sense that the first sound one hears as the movie concussion opens is the cacophony of football. Sony declined to comment on the scene but it is not uncommon for a factbased studio movie to get a thorough legal vetting. Concussion movie to put spotlight on nfls legal issues with player safety by meg lane sony pictures entertainments upcoming film, concussion, is a muchanticipated drama starring will smith that takes a look at the contentious issue of concussions in the realm of professional football. Landesman to write and direct a movie based on laskass gq article.

The film follows the exploits of a married lesbian woman who gets in to prostitution, for complicated. Concussion appears to be based on both an article and a book, but, if thats too confusing, the most important thing to remember is that concussion is based on the true story of dr. 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. Sony declined to comment on the scene but it is not uncommon for a fact based studio movie to get a thorough legal vetting and make cuts to decrease the likelihood. The 2015 film concussion, which is nominated for an mtv movie award in the true story category, stars will smith as dr. Bennet omalu in 2009, while reporting a story for gq that would go on to inspire the movie concussion. Current and former nfl players react to concussion movie ive played in 165 games, including playoffs, participated in over 10,000 plays, and this. Concussion movie vs true story of bennet omalu, mike webster. Concussion makes a christian argument against football. Dec 31, 2015 i was reminded of wilson and rodgerss ongoing theological debate while watching concussion, the new movie starring will smith, which is based on the true story of dr. The real doctors behind concussion movie, bennet omalu. Sony pictures entertainments upcoming film, concussion, is a muchanticipated drama starring will smith that takes a look at the contentious issue of concussions in the realm of professional football. In part ii, which will be posted on friday at 10 a.