The Challenger (2015 film)
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The Challenger Theatrical Poster
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| Directed by | Kent Moran |
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| Written by | Kent Moran |
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| Music by | Pinar Toprak |
| Cinematography | Giacomo Belletti |
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Kent Moran Anthony Muzzatti |
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Wishing Well Pictures
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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. The film features Kent Moran, Michael Clarke Duncan, S. Epatha Merkerson and Justin Hartley.
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, who died of complications due to a heart attack on September 3, 2012.
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.
This production is Kent Moran's directorial debut. He also starred in and produced Listen to Your Heart.
Filming began in 2012 in Bronx, where the film takes place.
On July 28, 2015, Wishing Well Pictures announced the film to be released domestically on September 11, 2015
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)
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