The Challenger (2015 film)
| The Challenger | |
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 The Challenger Theatrical Poster | |
| Directed by | Kent Moran |
| Produced by |
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| Written by | Kent Moran |
| Starring | |
| Music by | Pinar Toprak |
| Cinematography | Giacomo Belletti |
| Edited by |
Kent Moran Anthony Muzzatti |
Production company |
Wishing Well Pictures |
Release dates |
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Running time | 95 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The Challenger is an American sports drama film written and directed by Kent Moran and executive produced by Michael Clarke Duncan, who also co-stars.[1] The film features Kent Moran, Michael Clarke Duncan, S. Epatha Merkerson and Justin Hartley.[2]
Filming began in 2012 in Bronx, New York USA. It was released domestically on September 11, 2015, in the United States. It is also the last feature film of Michael Clarke Duncan.[3][4]
Plot
With the help of legendary boxing trainer Duane Taylor (played by Michael Clarke Duncan), struggling Bronx auto mechanic Jaden Miller (Kent Moran) turns to boxing to save him and his mother S. Epatha Merkerson from living on the streets.[1]
Cast
- Kent Moran as Jaden
- Michael Clarke Duncan as Duane
- S. Epatha Merkerson as Jada
- Justin Hartley as James
Production
This production is Kent Moran's directorial debut. He also starred in and produced Listen to Your Heart.[5]
Filming
Filming began in 2012 in Bronx, where the film takes place.[6]
Release
On July 28, 2015, Wishing Well Pictures announced the film to be released domestically on September 11, 2015 [5]
Festival Circuit
- Awards
- Gasparilla International Film Festival Audience Award Winner 2015
- Nashville Film Festival Audience Award Winner, 2nd Place 2015
- Nashville Film Festival Audience Award Winder, New Directors Competition 2015
- Palm Beach International Film Festival, Audience Award 2015
- Placement
Portland Film Festival, Offshoot Film Festival, Great Cleveland Urban Film Festival, Montreal World Film Festival, Beverly Hills Film Festival, Nashville Film Festival, Gasparilla Film Festival, Rhode Island International Film Festival, Palm Beach International Film Festival, Julien Dubuque International Film Festival, Arizona International Film Festival, Dances with Films, Boston International Film Festival, Stony Brook Film Festival (Long Island)[7][10]
References
- 1 2 3 "Dances With Films Festival to Open With Michael Clarke Duncan's Last Movie 'The Challenger' (Exclusive)". TheWrap.
- ↑ "Michael Clarke Duncan Will Box THE CHALLENGER With S. Epatha Merkerson". Rama's Screen.
- ↑ Ernie Trinidad (2 June 2015). "DWF 2015: THE CHALLENGER Review". Film Pulse.
- ↑ "Kent Moran Talks Filmmaking, Boxing, And 'The Challenger'". Monkeys Fighting Robots.
- 1 2 3 Ross A. Lincoln. "‘The Challenger,’ With Michael Clark Duncan, Gets Theatrical Release - Deadline". Deadline.
- ↑ "Kent Moran Talks New Boxing Film ‘The Challenger’ Starring Michael Clarke Duncan In His Final Performance [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]". Headlines & Global News.
- 1 2 "The Challenger (I) (2015) : Awards". IMDb.com. Retrieved 2015-09-04.
- ↑ "Festival Preview: Dances With Films 2015 Sweeps Up a Storm in Hollywood". MovieMaker Magazine.
- ↑ "Allegro Entertainment – Kent Moran’s "THE CHALLENGER" world premiere March 26". allegro-entertainment.com.
- ↑ "‘Challenger’ can’t quite fill ‘Rocky’s’ shoes". palmbeachdailynews.com.