Heart of Champions (2021)
Releasing at October 29, 2021 in theaters
Drama, Sport
Heart of Champions is drama film directed by Michael Mailer, and written by Vojin Gjaja. The film stars Michael Shannon, Alexander Ludwig, Charles Melton, Alex MacNicoll, Michael Tacconi, Lilly Krug and Ash Santos. The film primiered at September 16, 2021 on Oldenburg International Film Festival.
After finishing last in the national championship, a college rowing team descends into turmoil and constant infighting between team leaders Alex (Alexander Ludwig), Chris (Charles Melton), and John (Alex MacNicoll). A tough Army veteran, Coach Murphy (Michael Shannon), arrives at the start of the new season to transform the status quo and unlock their true potential. Using his experience and unconventional methods to help them overcome petty rivalries and personal challenges, Coach Murphy must inspire these young men to learn what it takes to be a team before they can be champions.
►Director: Michael Mailer
►Writer: Vojin Gjaja
►Stars: Michael Shannon, Alexander Ludwig, Charles Melton, Alex MacNicoll, Michael Tacconi, Lilly Krug, Ash Santos
►Cast
| Michael Shannon | ► | Coach Jack Murphy |
| Alexander Ludwig | ► | Alex |
| Charles Melton | ► | Chris |
| Alex MacNicoll | ► | John |
| Michael Tacconi | ► | Ted |
| Lilly Krug | ► | Sara |
| Ash Santos | ► | Nisha |
| Andrew Creer | ► | MJ |
| Lance E. Nichols | ► | President Jack Harris |