Concussion
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.
Critics Sentiment
Omalu addresses the NFLPA conference about CTE and forgiveness
Dave Duerson angrily confronts Omalu and tells him to go back to Africa
The film recovers significantly from its lowest point during Duerson's confrontation to the vindication of his suicide acknowledgment, rising 1.4 points.
The sentiment arc follows a steady rise through the compelling medical discovery, dips during the institutional pushback and personal attacks, then recovers strongly with vindication and Omalu's powerful conference address. Critics consistently praised Will Smith's performance throughout while noting the script's tendency toward melodrama in the middle sections. The film maintains solid approval despite some pacing and dramatic structure criticisms.
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Will Smith
Dr. Bennet Omalu
Alec Baldwin
Dr. Julian Bailes
Albert Brooks
Dr. Cyril Wecht
Gugu Mbatha-Raw
Prema Mutiso
David Morse
Mike Webster
Arliss Howard
Dr. Joseph Maroon
Mike O'Malley
Daniel Sullivan
Eddie Marsan
Dr. Steven DeKosky
Hill Harper
Christopher Jones
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
Dave Duerson
Stephen Moyer
Dr. Ron Hamilton
Richard T. Jones
Andre Waters
Paul Reiser
Dr. Elliot Pellman
Luke Wilson
Roger Goodell
Matthew Willig
Justin Strzelczyk
Elizabeth Tulloch
Keana Strzelczyk
Jason Davis
Defense Attorney
Sara Lindsey
Gracie
Kevin Jiggetts
FBI Agent
Gary Grubbs
FBI Agent
Crew
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