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‘The Challenger’ tells the tale of Jaden (Kent Moran), a young man in the Bronx desperately trying to find his place in life. A series of coincidences place him on the path of boxing. Unlike most films of this type, Jaden has not always aspired to take his personal turmoil into the ring, this is essentially a vocation that happens to suit his skillset. After winning over a reluctant trainer (Michael Clark Duncan) and the attention of reality television, Jaden sets his sights on a title bout with the current Champion (Justin Hartley).
As the writer, director, and star of ‘The Challenger’, The Hollywood Outsider sat down with Kent to discuss his new film. From inception through post-production, Kent elaborates on why this film was so special to him, as well as how the late Michael Clark Duncan came to be involved in what would ultimately prove to be his last film. An insightful interview with a filmmaker on the rise.
Listen here to our exclusive interview with ‘The Challenger’ director, writer, and star – Kent Moran
When they are evicted from their home, struggling Bronx auto mechanic Jaden Miller (Kent Moran) will do everything in his power to save himself and his mother (S. Epatha Merkerson) from living on the streets. With the help of legendary trainer, Duane Taylor (Michael Clarke Duncan), Miller soon finds that boxing is their ticket to a better life. Earning the title “Bronx Boy,” Miller becomes a local hero. After winning a big fight, a cable network takes notice and decides to give Miller his own TV show, The Challenger, which will follow him all the way to the Light-Heavyweight Title.
The Challenger is now available on VOD and DVD.
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