Documentary · United States of America · 2012 · 1h 36m

Head Games

Head Games poster
Director
Steve James
Cast
Christopher Nowinski as Himself Alan Schwarz as Himself Keith Primeau as Himself Robert Cantu, MD as Himself Ann McKee as Herself Isaiah Kacyvenski as Himself
Crew
Dana Kupper — Director of Photography Keith Walker — Director of Photography David E. Simpson — Editor Billy Corgan — Original Music Composer Craig Snider — Original Music Composer Bruce Sheridan — Producer
Tagline

How much are you willing to lose for a game?

Synopsis

Former football player and wrestler Chris Nowinski's quest to publicize recent findings about the often dire consequences of head concussions sustained by athletes in contact sports — injuries that have previously been considered momentary setbacks and ignored in the name of toughness and dedication to the team.

Trailer Head Games — Official Trailer
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Mood & Themes
suicidesportsparent child relationshipdementiatrainingautopsyhead injuryice hockeyfootball (soccer)amateur sportssports medicinebrain research
Key Collaborators
Steve James Director Dana Kupper Director of Photography Keith Walker Director of Photography David E. Simpson Editor Billy Corgan Original Music Composer Craig Snider Original Music Composer Bruce Sheridan Producer Steve James Producer
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