Summaries

Based on a true story, a brilliant young man puts his bright future at risk to help his father.

Directed, adapted by, and starring Academy Award nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor, the film follows the true story of a brilliant young man (Jay Will) torn between his father's shadowed past and his own promising future. Raised by his devoted yet struggling mother (Academy Award nominee Mary J. Blige), Rob risks everything he has worked for to free his imprisoned father (Ejiofor). Also starring Camila Cabello, and based on the New York Times bestseller by Jeff Hobbs.

Details

Keywords
  • character name in title
  • based on true story
  • based on real people
  • child
  • based on biography
Genres
  • Drama
  • Biography
Release date Aug 15, 2024
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) R
Countries of origin United States
Language English Portuguese
Filming locations Newark, New Jersey, USA
Production companies Hill District Media Los Angeles Media Fund (LAMF) 25 Stories

Box office

Gross US & Canada $383520
Opening weekend US & Canada $256810
Gross worldwide $422329

Tech specs

Runtime 2h
Color Color
Sound mix Dolby Digital
Aspect ratio 1.85 : 1

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