Brian Banks

About Brian Banks

"Brian Banks" is a 2019 American biographical drama directed by Tom Shadyac. Brian Banks is a high school football player who's already on track to getting a scholarship for USC when he is falsely accused of rape. He tries to maintain his innocence, but ends up serving time in prison, derailing his plans to play in the NFL. After his release, he seeks to clear his name, eventually getting help from the California Innocence Project.

Making / Production

The biographical sports drama was produced by Shivani Rawat, Monica Levinson, and Amy Baer. The filming took place in Memphis, Tennessee. Despite being a low-budget film, it managed to deftly tackle a heavy plot, exploring themes of justice and truth. Going beyond a simple sports film, it narrates the real life story of Brian Banks.

Actors

• Aldis Hodge as Brian Banks - He convincingly portrayed Brian Banks, showcasing the truth of his character with sincere conviction and emotional depth.
• Gregory Alan Williams as Banks' father - His on-screen presence provided the necessary emotional support to the character of Brian Banks.
• Sherri Shepherd as Banks' mother - Her portrayal of a mother fighting for her son's justice was praised.
• Melanie Liburd as Karina - Her role as the love interest added depth to Brian's life beyond his legal struggles.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The real Brian Banks and his mother Leomia made a cameo appearance in the movie.
• The movie was shot primarily in Memphis, Tennessee, but the story takes place in California.
• Aldis Hodge, who played Brian Banks, met with the real Brian to prepare for the role.

Quotes

• "I believe in the truth."
• "All you can control in life is how you respond to life."

Music, Soundtrack

• The score for "Brian Banks" was composed by John Debney, known for his work in "The Passion of the Christ" and "Iron Man 2".
• The music added another layer to the storytelling, helping set the tone for different scenes.