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	{{Short description\|Film by William Goldenberg}}		{{Short description\|Film by William Goldenberg}}
			{{for\|the 2010 action film starring ] and ]\|Unstoppable (2010 film)}}

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	''Unstoppable'' had its premiere in the Special Presentations section at the ] on September 6, 2024, followed by a ] on December 6, 2024 by ], and is scheduled to debut on ] on January 16, 2025.		''Unstoppable'' had its premiere in the Special Presentations section at the ] on September 6, 2024, followed by a ] on December 6, 2024 by ], and is scheduled to debut on ] on January 16, 2025.

			== Plot ==
			Anthony Robles, born without a right leg, grows up in ], raised by his single mother, Judy Robles. Despite societal prejudice and physical challenges, Anthony develops a resilient spirit. In high school, he discovers a passion for wrestling and joins the school team. Although initially doubted by coaches and teammates, he becomes a formidable competitor through determination and relentless training.

			After high school, Anthony plans to wrestle at the collegiate level. He receives a scholarship offer from ] but chooses to attend ] (ASU) to stay closer to his family. He joins the wrestling team as a walk-on, earning a spot despite initial skepticism from his coaches.

			Balancing the physical demands of Division I wrestling and personal struggles at home, Anthony faces numerous obstacles. His stepfather exhibits abusive behavior, adding tension to his family life. However, Anthony draws strength from his mother's unwavering support and belief in his abilities.

			At ASU, Anthony trains rigorously, refining his skills and improving his performance. Over time, he becomes a key member of the wrestling team, earning recognition for his accomplishments. He qualifies for the ], where he competes in the 125-pound weight class.

			In his senior year, Anthony reaches the 2011 NCAA Wrestling Championships and faces a highly skilled, top-seeded opponent from the ]. In a hard-fought match, Anthony demonstrates remarkable technique, focus, and resilience. Against the odds, he defeats his opponent and secures the national championship title.

			The film concludes by highlighting Anthony’s achievements beyond college. He becomes a motivational speaker and a wrestling coach, using his story to inspire others to overcome their challenges. The final scenes emphasize his legacy as an athlete who defied expectations and achieved success through perseverance, family support, and relentless dedication.

	== Cast ==		== Cast ==
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	== Production ==		== Production ==
	In April 2014, David Crockett and Andy Fraser acquired the rights to produce a film adaptation of ]'s 2012 autobiography ''Unstoppable: From Underdog To Undefeated: How I Became A Champion'', with Eric Champnella writing the script.<ref>{{cite web\|title='The Town' Producer David Crockett & Andy Fraser Option 'Unstoppable' \|url=https://deadline.com/2014/04/the-town-producer-david-crockett-andy-fraser-option-unstoppable-710049/ \|website=]\|date=April 4, 2014\|access-date=October 5, 2024}}</ref>		In April 2014, David Crockett and Andy Fraser acquired the rights to produce a film adaptation of ]'s 2012 autobiography ''Unstoppable: From Underdog To Undefeated: How I Became A Champion'', with Eric Champnella writing the script.<ref>{{cite web\|title='The Town' Producer David Crockett & Andy Fraser Option 'Unstoppable' \|url=https://deadline.com/2014/04/the-town-producer-david-crockett-andy-fraser-option-unstoppable-710049/ \|website=]\|date=April 4, 2014\|access-date=October 5, 2024}}</ref> In September 2018, ] was cast as Robles.<ref>{{cite web \|last1=Wiseman \|first1=Andreas \|title=Jason Mitchell To Star As Inspirational NCAA Wrestling Champ Anthony Robles In Biopic 'Unstoppable' \|url=https://deadline.com/2018/09/jason-mitchell-anthony-robles-ncaa-wrestling-champion-unstoppable-biopic-the-chi-1202461789/ \|website=]\|date=13 September 2018}}</ref>

	In September 2018, ] was cast as Robles.<ref>{{cite web \|last1=Wiseman \|first1=Andreas \|title=Jason Mitchell To Star As Inspirational NCAA Wrestling Champ Anthony Robles In Biopic 'Unstoppable' \|url=https://deadline.com/2018/09/jason-mitchell-anthony-robles-ncaa-wrestling-champion-unstoppable-biopic-the-chi-1202461789/ \|website=]\|date=13 September 2018}}</ref>

	In November 2019, 101 Studios acquired the rights to the film, with ] and ] set to produce under their ] banner.<ref>{{cite web \|last1=Fleming \|first1=Mike Jr. \|title=Dwayne Johnson & Dany Garcia's Seven Bucks Teams With 101 Studios For 'Unstoppable;' Incredible Tale Of Wrestler Anthony Robles \|url=https://deadline.com/2019/11/dwayne-johnson-anthony-robles-dany-garcia-101-studios-seven-bucks-teams-wrestler-unstoppable-1202778998/ \|website=Deadline \|date=6 November 2019}}</ref>

	The project was once again announced in March 2023, with ] as director in his directorial debut. Goldenberg has collaborated with filmmaker ] as a film editor for '']'', '']'', '']'', and '']''. Affleck and ] served as producers through the ] banner. It was also announced that ] would star in the film, with ] playing Robles, replacing Mitchell.<ref name="deadline.com"/><ref name="D'Alessandro"/>		In November 2019, 101 Studios acquired the rights to the film, with ] and ] set to produce under their ] banner.<ref>{{cite web \|last1=Fleming \|first1=Mike Jr. \|title=Dwayne Johnson & Dany Garcia's Seven Bucks Teams With 101 Studios For 'Unstoppable;' Incredible Tale Of Wrestler Anthony Robles \|url=https://deadline.com/2019/11/dwayne-johnson-anthony-robles-dany-garcia-101-studios-seven-bucks-teams-wrestler-unstoppable-1202778998/ \|website=Deadline \|date=6 November 2019}}</ref> The project was once again announced in March 2023, with ] as director in his directorial debut. Goldenberg has collaborated with filmmaker ] as a film editor for '']'', '']'', '']'', and '']''. Affleck and ] served as producers through the ] banner. It was also announced that ] would star in the film, with ] playing Robles, replacing Mitchell.<ref name="deadline.com"/><ref name="D'Alessandro"/>

	] began in Los Angeles in May 2023, but was halted two weeks later due to the ].<ref>{{Cite web \|last=Grobar \|first=Matt \|date=31 May 2023 \|title=Jennifer Lopez Pic 'Unstoppable' Halts Production For Day Amid WGA Picketing \|url=https://deadline.com/2023/05/wga-strike-jennifer-lopez-unstoppable-production-halted-1235383674/ \|website=]}}</ref> On December 12, 2023, principal photography resumed after the end of the ], with ], ], and ] joining the cast.<ref name="ReferenceA"/> On January 14, 2024, it was announced that principal photography had wrapped.<ref>{{Cite web \|author=Salvatore Totino \|author-link=Salvatore Totino \|date=14 January 2024 \|title=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 !!! \|url=https://www.instagram.com/p/C2FrvORp_LG/?igsh=eWcyejdsY3FyMXNv \|website=]}}</ref>		] began in Los Angeles in May 2023, but was halted two weeks later due to the ].<ref>{{Cite web \|last=Grobar \|first=Matt \|date=31 May 2023 \|title=Jennifer Lopez Pic 'Unstoppable' Halts Production For Day Amid WGA Picketing \|url=https://deadline.com/2023/05/wga-strike-jennifer-lopez-unstoppable-production-halted-1235383674/ \|website=]}}</ref> On December 12, 2023, principal photography resumed after the end of the ], with ], ], and ] joining the cast.<ref name="ReferenceA"/> On January 14, 2024, it was announced that principal photography had wrapped.<ref>{{Cite web \|author=Salvatore Totino \|author-link=Salvatore Totino \|date=14 January 2024 \|title=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 !!! \|url=https://www.instagram.com/p/C2FrvORp_LG/?igsh=eWcyejdsY3FyMXNv \|website=]}}</ref>
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	== Reception ==		== Reception ==
			===Box office===
	Unstoppable grossed ~~a disappointing~~ $3,966 during its opening weekend in the UK, placing 55th at the box office among all films showing at the time.<ref name="RADAR">{{cite news \|last1=Boyce \|first1=Mike \|title=Unlucky-in-Love Jennifer Lopez Suffers Yet Another Blow As Her New Movie TANKS at Box Office — Taking a Measly $3,900 in Opening Weekend \|url=https://radaronline.com/p/jennifer-lopez-suffers-blow-new-movie-tanks-at-box-office-bomb/ \|access-date=25 December 2024 \|work=Radar Online \|publisher=American Media Inc. \|date=19 December 2024}}</ref><ref name="NUMBERS">{{cite web \|title=Unstoppable: The Anthony Robles Story (2024) \|url=https://www.the-numbers.com/movie/Unstoppable-The-Anthony-Robles-Story-(2024) \|website=The Numbers \|publisher=Nash Information Services, LLC \|access-date=25 December 2024}}</ref> Despite promotional efforts, including high-profile appearances, the film failed to attract audiences and exited cinemas by its second week.<ref name="RADAR"/> The film will stream on Prime Video beginning January 16, 2024.<ref name="NUMBERS"/>		Unstoppable grossed $3,966 during its opening weekend in the UK, placing 55th at the box office among all films showing at the time.<ref name="RADAR">{{cite news \|last1=Boyce \|first1=Mike \|title=Unlucky-in-Love Jennifer Lopez Suffers Yet Another Blow As Her New Movie TANKS at Box Office — Taking a Measly $3,900 in Opening Weekend \|url=https://radaronline.com/p/jennifer-lopez-suffers-blow-new-movie-tanks-at-box-office-bomb/ \|access-date=25 December 2024 \|work=Radar Online \|publisher=American Media Inc. \|date=19 December 2024}}</ref><ref name="NUMBERS">{{cite web \|title=Unstoppable: The Anthony Robles Story (2024) \|url=https://www.the-numbers.com/movie/Unstoppable-The-Anthony-Robles-Story-(2024) \|website=The Numbers \|publisher=Nash Information Services, LLC \|access-date=25 December 2024}}</ref>

			===Critical response===
	{{Rotten Tomatoes prose\|81\|6.5\|57\|consensus=With the magnetic Jharrel Jerome as its champion, <i>Unstoppable</i> is an inspirational sports story that honestly earns audiences' cheers.\|ref=yes\|access-date=December 6, 2024}} On ], which uses a weighted average, the film holds a score of 67/100, based on 16 critics, indicating "generally favorable" reviews.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Unstoppable Reviews \|url=https://www.metacritic.com/movie/unstoppable-2024/ \|access-date=December 6, 2024 \|website=]}}</ref>		{{Rotten Tomatoes prose\|81\|6.5\|57\|consensus=With the magnetic Jharrel Jerome as its champion, <i>Unstoppable</i> is an inspirational sports story that honestly earns audiences' cheers.\|ref=yes\|access-date=December 6, 2024}} On ], which uses a weighted average, the film holds a score of 67/100, based on 16 critics, indicating "generally favorable" reviews.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Unstoppable Reviews \|url=https://www.metacritic.com/movie/unstoppable-2024/ \|access-date=December 6, 2024 \|website=]}}</ref>

Latest revision as of 17:36, 29 December 2024

Film by William Goldenberg For the 2010 action film starring Denzel Washington and Chris Pine, see Unstoppable (2010 film).

Unstoppable
Release poster
Directed by	William Goldenberg
Screenplay by	Eric Champnella Alex Harris John Hindman
Based on	Unstoppable: From Underdog to Undefeated: How I Became a Champion by Anthony Robles Austin Murphy
Produced by	Ben Affleck Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas Anthony Robles Andrew Fraser Gary Lewis David Crockett
Starring	Jharrel Jerome Jennifer Lopez Bobby Cannavale Michael Peña Don Cheadle
Cinematography	Salvatore Totino
Edited by	Brett M. Reed
Music by	Alexandre Desplat
Production companies	Artists Equity Nuyorican Productions
Distributed by	Amazon MGM Studios
Release dates	September 6, 2024 (2024-09-06) (TIFF) December 6, 2024 (2024-12-06) (United States)
Running time	123 minutes
Country	United States
Language	English

Unstoppable is a 2024 American biographical sports drama film directed by William Goldenberg, in his feature directorial debut, and written by Eric Champnella, Alex Harris and John Hindman, based on the 2012 book of the same name by Anthony Robles (who also serves as producer) and Austin Murphy. Produced by Ben Affleck, through Artists Equity, and Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas, through Nuyorican Productions, the film stars Jharrel Jerome as Robles, with a supporting cast that includes Jennifer Lopez, Bobby Cannavale, Michael Peña, and Don Cheadle.

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 on December 6, 2024 by Amazon MGM Studios, and is scheduled to debut on Prime Video on January 16, 2025.

Plot

Anthony Robles, born without a right leg, grows up in Mesa, Arizona, raised by his single mother, Judy Robles. Despite societal prejudice and physical challenges, Anthony develops a resilient spirit. In high school, he discovers a passion for wrestling and joins the school team. Although initially doubted by coaches and teammates, he becomes a formidable competitor through determination and relentless training.

After high school, Anthony plans to wrestle at the collegiate level. He receives a scholarship offer from Drexel University but chooses to attend Arizona State University (ASU) to stay closer to his family. He joins the wrestling team as a walk-on, earning a spot despite initial skepticism from his coaches.

Balancing the physical demands of Division I wrestling and personal struggles at home, Anthony faces numerous obstacles. His stepfather exhibits abusive behavior, adding tension to his family life. However, Anthony draws strength from his mother's unwavering support and belief in his abilities.

At ASU, Anthony trains rigorously, refining his skills and improving his performance. Over time, he becomes a key member of the wrestling team, earning recognition for his accomplishments. He qualifies for the NCAA Wrestling Championships, where he competes in the 125-pound weight class.

In his senior year, Anthony reaches the 2011 NCAA Wrestling Championships and faces a highly skilled, top-seeded opponent from the University of Iowa. In a hard-fought match, Anthony demonstrates remarkable technique, focus, and resilience. Against the odds, he defeats his opponent and secures the national championship title.

The film concludes by highlighting Anthony’s achievements beyond college. He becomes a motivational speaker and a wrestling coach, using his story to inspire others to overcome their challenges. The final scenes emphasize his legacy as an athlete who defied expectations and achieved success through perseverance, family support, and relentless dedication.

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

In April 2014, David Crockett and Andy Fraser acquired the rights to produce a film adaptation of Anthony Robles's 2012 autobiography Unstoppable: From Underdog To Undefeated: How I Became A Champion, with Eric Champnella writing the script. In September 2018, Jason Mitchell was cast as Robles.

In November 2019, 101 Studios acquired the rights to the film, with Dwayne Johnson and Dany Garcia set to produce under their Seven Bucks Productions banner. The project was once again 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 Robles, replacing Mitchell.

Principal photography began in Los Angeles in May 2023, but was halted two weeks later due to the 2023 Writers Guild of America strike. 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. On January 14, 2024, it was announced that principal photography had wrapped.

Release

Unstoppable had its premiere as part of the Gala section of the Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, 2024. The film will be released by Amazon MGM Studios.

Reception

Box office

Unstoppable grossed $3,966 during its opening weekend in the UK, placing 55th at the box office among all films showing at the time.

Critical response

On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 81% of 57 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 6.5/10. The website's consensus reads: "With the magnetic Jharrel Jerome as its champion, Unstoppable is an inspirational sports story that honestly earns audiences' cheers." On Metacritic, which uses a weighted average, the film holds a score of 67/100, based on 16 critics, indicating "generally favorable" reviews.

Michael Mann chose Unstoppable as his favorite film of 2024 for a Directors Picks article in Variety.

Accolades

Award	Date of ceremony	Category	Recipient(s)	Result
Middleburg Film Festival	October 20, 2024	Rising Star Award	Jharrel Jerome	Honored
Philadelphia Film Festival	October 28, 2024	Student Choice Award	Unstoppable	Won
Savannah Film Festival	November 2, 2024	Lumiere Award	Jharrel Jerome	Honored
Winter IndieWire Honors	December 5, 2024	Maverick Award	Jennifer Lopez	Won
Celebration of Cinema and Television	December 9, 2024	Breakthrough Actor Award	Jharrel Jerome	Won
Palm Springs International Film Festival	January 4, 2025	Legend & Groundbreaker Award	Jennifer Lopez	Won

References

"Unstoppable (12A)". BBFC. Retrieved December 8, 2024.
^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (March 17, 2023). "Jharrel Jerome To Star As Wrestler Anthony Robles Alongside Jennifer Lopez In 'Unstoppable' From Artists Equity And Amazon". Deadline Hollywood.
^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (March 16, 2023). "Artists Equity Is 'Unstoppable' With Jennifer Lopez; Company In Final Talks With Amazon Studios For Second Team-Up Before 'Air' Opens – The Dish". Deadline Hollywood.
^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (December 5, 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". Deadline Hollywood.
"'The Town' Producer David Crockett & Andy Fraser Option 'Unstoppable'". Deadline Hollywood. April 4, 2014. Retrieved October 5, 2024.
Wiseman, Andreas (September 13, 2018). "Jason Mitchell To Star As Inspirational NCAA Wrestling Champ Anthony Robles In Biopic 'Unstoppable'". Deadline Hollywood.
Fleming, Mike Jr. (November 6, 2019). "Dwayne Johnson & Dany Garcia's Seven Bucks Teams With 101 Studios For 'Unstoppable;' Incredible Tale Of Wrestler Anthony Robles". Deadline.
Grobar, Matt (May 31, 2023). "Jennifer Lopez Pic 'Unstoppable' Halts Production For Day Amid WGA Picketing". Deadline Hollywood.
Salvatore Totino (January 14, 2024). "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 !!!". Instagram.
"Unstoppable". Toronto International Film Festival. Retrieved August 15, 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". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 15, 2024.
Boyce, Mike (December 19, 2024). "Unlucky-in-Love Jennifer Lopez Suffers Yet Another Blow As Her New Movie TANKS at Box Office — Taking a Measly $3,900 in Opening Weekend". Radar Online. American Media Inc. Retrieved December 25, 2024.
"Unstoppable: The Anthony Robles Story (2024)". The Numbers. Nash Information Services, LLC. Retrieved December 25, 2024.
"Unstoppable". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. Retrieved December 6, 2024.
"Unstoppable Reviews". Metacritic. Retrieved December 6, 2024.
Horst, Carole (December 18, 2024). "Directors Pick Favorite Films of 2024: Christopher Nolan Praises 'Gladiator II,' Barry Jenkins on 'Nickel Boys' and More". Variety. Retrieved December 18, 2024.
"AwardsWatch - 2024 Middleburg Film Festival Honorees Include RaMell Ross, Danielle Deadwyler; Ed Lachman to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award". AwardsWatch. September 26, 2024. Retrieved September 26, 2024.
Maag-Tanchak, Annemarie (November 1, 2024). "PFF33 Award-Winning Films". Philadelphia Film Society.
"AwardsWatch - 2024 SCAD Savannah Film Festival Honorees Include Steve McQueen, Karla Sofía Gascón and Sebastian Stan". AwardsWatch. September 26, 2024. Retrieved September 26, 2024.
Jones, Kate Erbland,Marcus (November 14, 2024). "Denis Villeneuve, Pamela Anderson, Steve McQueen, and More to Be Celebrated at IndieWire Honors". IndieWire. Retrieved November 15, 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
"The Critics Choice Association Announces Full Slate of Honorees for the 7th Annual Celebration of Black Cinema and Television". Critics Choice Association. November 7, 2024. Retrieved November 10, 2024.
Earl, William (November 25, 2024). "'Unstoppable' Star Jennifer Lopez to Receive Legend & Groundbreaker Award at Palm Springs International Film Festival". Variety. Retrieved November 25, 2024.

External links

Official website
Unstoppable at IMDb

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