Luke Wilson and Ty Roberts, the star and director of 12 MIGHTY ORPHANS, take you behind the scenes of the new Sony Pictures Classics film opening June 18, 2021. It tells the true story of the Mighty Mites, a Depression-era Fort Worth, TX orphanage football team that went from playing without shoes—or even a football—to playing for the Texas state championships. Produced by Paul Chuffo, Joyride Media, hosted by Eric Molk. Mark Orton's original film score is excerpted from the "12 Mighty Orphans" soundtrack album with permission from Milan Records / Sony Music.
12 MIGHTY ORPHANS – the new Sony Pictures Classics film tells the true story of the Mighty Mites, the football team of a Fort Worth orphanage who, during the Great Depression, went from playing without shoes—or even a football—to playing for the Texas state championships. Luke Wilson, who stars as coach Rusty Russell, and Ty Roberts (Director), provide exclusive insights behind the film, its amazing true-story inspiration, and the film's unique relevance and appeal for these times, as people are ready to go back out to see the major stars in new films with uplifting themes on the big screens. They also discuss working with legends, Martin Sheen and Robert Duval, co-star Vinessa Shaw, and the talented newcomers who play the orphan footballers. Film opens in Texas markets June 11, nationwide on June 18. Click here for more details and tickets for screenings near you. Produced by Paul Chuffo, Joyride Media. Hosted by Eric Molk. Mark Orton's original film score is excerpted from the 12 Mighty Orphans Original Motion Picture Soundtrack soundtrack album with permission from Milan Records / Sony Music.
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