Unstoppable is a 2024 American biographical sports drama film directed by William Goldenberg in his feature directorial debut. Written by Eric Champnella, Alex Harris and John Hindman, it is based on the 2012 book of the same name by Anthony Robles (who also serves as producer) and Austin Murphy. It is produced by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon through Artists Equity, and Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas through Nuyorican Productions. It stars Jharrel Jerome as Robles,[2] with a supporting cast that includes Jennifer Lopez, Bobby Cannavale, Michael Peña, and Don Cheadle.[3][4]
Unstoppable had its premiere in the Special Presentations section at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, 2024, followed by a limited theatrical release in December 6, 2024 by Amazon MGM Studios.
Premise[]
Centers around the life of wrestler Anthony Robles, who was born with one leg and won a national championship in 2011 while competing at Arizona State University.
Cast[]
- Jharrel Jerome as Anthony Robles
- Jennifer Lopez as Judy Robles
- Bobby Cannavale as Rich
- Michael Peña as Bobby Williams
- Don Cheadle as Sean Charles
- Shawn Hatosy
- Chimechi Oparanozie as Brian Corwin
- Parker Sack
- Jordan Wallace
- Benjamin Barrett
- Corey Jantzen
- Shane Sparks
Production[]
The project was announced in March 2023, with William Goldenberg as director in his directorial debut. Goldenberg has collaborated with filmmaker Ben Affleck as a film editor for Gone Baby Gone, Argo, Live by Night, and Air. Affleck and Matt Damon served as producers through the Artists Equity banner. It was also announced that Jennifer Lopez would star in the film, with Jharrel Jerome playing Anthony Robles.[5][6]
Principal photography began in Los Angeles in May 2023, but was halted two weeks later due to the 2023 Writers Guild of America strike.[7] On December 12, 2023, principal photography resumed after the end of the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike, with Don Cheadle, Michael Peña, and Bobby Cannavale joining the cast.[8] On January 14, 2024, it was announced that principal photography had wrapped.[9]
Release[]
Unstoppable had its premiere as part of the Gala section of the Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, 2024.[1][10] The film will be released by Amazon MGM Studios.
Reception[]
Rotten Tomatoes reports a 71% approval rating from 17 critics, with an average rating of 6.6/10.[11]
Trailer[]
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References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Unstoppable.
- ↑ D'Alessandro, Anthony (17 March 2023). Jharrel Jerome To Star As Wrestler Anthony Robles Alongside Jennifer Lopez In 'Unstoppable' From Artists Equity And Amazon.
- ↑ D'Alessandro, Anthony. Artists Equity Is 'Unstoppable' With Jennifer Lopez; Company In Final Talks With Amazon Studios For Second Team-Up Before 'Air' Opens – The Dish.
- ↑ D'Alessandro, Anthony (5 December 2023). Jennifer Lopez & Jharrel Jerome Pic 'Unstoppable' From Artists Equity Returns To Filming Next Week; Don Cheadle, Michael Peña & Bobby Cannavale Join Cast As Amazon MGM Boards.
- ↑ D'Alessandro, Anthony. Artists Equity Is 'Unstoppable' With Jennifer Lopez; Company In Final Talks With Amazon Studios For Second Team-Up Before 'Air' Opens – The Dish.
- ↑ D'Alessandro, Anthony (17 March 2023). Jharrel Jerome To Star As Wrestler Anthony Robles Alongside Jennifer Lopez In ‘Unstoppable’ From Artists Equity And Amazon.
- ↑ Grobar, Matt (31 May 2023). Jennifer Lopez Pic 'Unstoppable' Halts Production For Day Amid WGA Picketing.
- ↑ D'Alessandro, Anthony (5 December 2023). Jennifer Lopez & Jharrel Jerome Pic 'Unstoppable' From Artists Equity Returns To Filming Next Week; Don Cheadle, Michael Peña & Bobby Cannavale Join Cast As Amazon MGM Boards.
- ↑ That's a wrap #Unstoppable @artistsequity #williamgoldbergspecial thank you to the team james Goldman @khfilms @raymond_milazzo @imgalpal @kevinjsun Ryan , Mike, Amanda ,Hannah @tunafishtaco @keslowcamera @levelgripco and his team. John Moore and his team @jessegreenphoto. Could not have done it with this incredible team. Thank you !!! (14 January 2024).
- ↑ D'Alessandro, Anthony (July 22, 2024). TIFF Galas & Special Presentations Lineup Includes World Premieres From Angelina Jolie, Mike Leigh, Gia Coppola; Starry Pics With Jennifer Lopez, Lily James, Dave Bautista; Int'l Premieres 'Conclave' & 'Piece By Piece', More.
- ↑ Script error: No such module "Wd". Unstoppable (in en). Fandango Media.