Concussion

The 2015 American biographical sports drama film directed by Peter Landesman is based on the 2009 GQ article "Game Brain" by Jeanne Marie Laskas. The film centers on Dr. Bennet Omalu (Will Smith), a Nigerian forensic pathologist working in Pittsburgh, who discovers chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease caused by repeated head trauma, in former National Football League (NFL) players, including Mike Webster (David Morse). Omalu faces significant opposition from the NFL, which attempts to discredit his research to protect the sport's image. Undeterred, Omalu continues his investigation, supported by Dr. Julian Bailes (Alec Baldwin) and other colleagues. The film portrays one man's quest for truth against a powerful institution, highlighting themes of ethics, corporate responsibility, and athlete health. While receiving mixed reviews, Will Smith's performance earned a Golden Globe nomination. The film grossed approximately $48.6 million worldwide against a budget ranging from $35 to $57 million.