Concussion

In this drama, forensic pathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu discovers a neurodegenerative disease, CTE, that is linked to the repeated head trauma sustained by professional football players. Despite facing opposition from the powerful NFL, Omalu perseveres in his research to bring the truth to light. The film follows his personal journey and the challenges he encounters as he fights to expose the dangers of concussions in American football.

Concussion received generally mixed to positive reviews from critics. While Will Smith's performance as Dr. Omalu was widely praised, some critics found the film's pacing and narrative structure to be uneven. The movie was commended for bringing attention to a significant health issue within professional sports, though some felt it could have delved deeper into the scientific and ethical complexities.

• Will Smith delivers a compelling performance as the dedicated doctor.
• The film sheds light on a critical issue in professional sports.
• Some found the narrative structure to be somewhat conventional and less impactful than the subject matter deserved.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's important message about sports-related head injuries and Will Smith's acting. However, some viewers felt the movie's portrayal of events was overly dramatized or that it didn't fully explore the scientific aspects of CTE.

Will Smith was nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for his portrayal of Dr. Bennet Omalu.

Dr. Bennet Omalu, the real-life subject of the film, initially wanted the movie to be called 'Game of Death' to reflect the risks faced by players.