Concussion (PG-13)
synopsis
This dramatic thriller is based on the incredible true David vs. Goliath story of Dr. Bennet Omalu, the brilliant forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of CTE, a sports-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 - and beloved - institutions in the world.
details
Drama
2 hr. 3 min.
Opened Christmas, 2015
MovieGoer Review
Regarding a concussion as a serious brain injury is a relatively recent phenomenon. For many years, "getting your bell rung" (as the expression goes) was something people were expected to shrug off. For sports, the fix was to take a couple ... MORE
synopsis
This dramatic thriller is based on the incredible true David vs. Goliath story of Dr. Bennet Omalu, the brilliant forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of CTE, a sports-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 - and beloved - institutions in the world.
details
Drama
2 hr. 3 min.
Opened Christmas, 2015
MovieGoer Review
Regarding a concussion as a serious brain injury is a relatively recent phenomenon. For many years, "getting your bell rung" (as the expression goes) was something people were expected to shrug off. For sports, the fix was to take a couple ... MORE
