Quick Info
- Year
- 2015
- Director
- Peter Landesman
- Duration
- 123 min
- Language
- EN
- Country
- US
- Budget
- $35M
- Box Office
- $50M
External Ratings
IMDb7.1
🍅 Rotten Tomatoes71%
📺 Where to Watch
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Concussion
Our Rating
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6.7/10
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.
Rating Breakdown
Story
7.2
Acting
7.3
Direction
7.1
Cinematography
6.9
Music
6.7
✓Pros
- Exceptional dramatic depth
- Outstanding performances
- Emotionally powerful story
✕Cons
- Slow pacing in some scenes
- Requires close attention
