Inspiring bio-pic Unstoppable stars Jharrel Jerome in the true story of Anthony Robles who defied every expectation to become a US wrestling champion.
The cast also features Bobby Cannavale, Michael Peña,with Don Cheadle and Jennifer Lopez.
Anthony Robles himself is seen in the film and credited as ‘Anthony Robles Double’, performing the complex wrestling moves and stunts. He is also a producer on the film.
Jharrel Jerome trained for months and worked very closely with Anthony to establish the physicality and determination required for the role.
This film marks William Goldenberg’s directorial debut, an editor on Argo, The Imitation Game, Zero Dark Thirty, Seabiscuit and The Insider.
Unstoppable employed Accessibility Coordinators from IndieVisible to ensure a safe working environment, including productivity tools for all cast and crew.
Unstoppable is the inspiring true story of Anthony Robles (Jharrel Jerome) who was born with one leg but whose indomitable spirit and unbreakable resolve empowered him to defy the odds and pursue his dreams. With the unwavering love and support of his devoted mother Judy (Jennifer Lopez) and the encouragement of his coaches, Anthony fights through adversity to earn a spot on the Arizona State Wrestling team. But it will demand everything he has, physically and mentally, to achieve his ultimate quest to become an NCAA Champion.
Directed by William Goldenberg
Screenplay by Eric Champnella and Alex Harris and John Hindman
Based upon the book by Anthony Robles and Austin Murphy
Produced by Ben Affleck, Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas, Anthony Robles, Andrew Fraser, P.G.A., Gary Lewis, David Crockett, P.G.A
Thursday January 16, 2025 on Prime Video.
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