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      GRIND – FILM SYNOPSIS

      This format-bending profile of Robert Black Wilmote reveals the story of a Liberian refugee forced to flee the most drastic and terrible circumstances imaginable. Having narrowly escaped the ravages of war in Africa, Robert’s struggles continue in the U.S. when he succumbs to the gangster lifestyle, only to become a convicted felon in Newark, New Jersey. At his absolute bottom, Robert knew he was meant for greater good. Through dramatic reenactments, featuring Robert Wilmote himself, we discover how Robert’s passion for fitness and helping others empowered him to transcend a life of violence and become a legend.

      You have to find something deep in your heart that will make you change.

      GRIND

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      Directed by Yuri Alves

      Produced by: Yuri Alves, Igor Alves
      Executive Producers: Igor Alves, Yuri Alves, Mike Gomes

      Featuring Robert Wilmote, Justina Valentine

      Cinematography by Mike Gomes
      Original Music by Benjamin Zecker

      Camera Operators: Mike Gomes, Yuri Alves
      1st Assistant Camera: Marco Penajoia
      2nd Assistant Camera: Caroline Sincaruk
      Gaffer: Gabriel Kurzlop
      Sound: Victor Buitrago
      Production Coordinator: Li Kurzlop

      Edited by Yuri Alves
      Additional Editing: Caroline Sincaruk
      Colorist: Alex MacLean
      Supervising Sound Editor / Mixer: Mert Ozcan
      Post Production Color Services by: Rogue
      Post Production Sound Services by: The Record House

      Associate Producers: Daniel Dowding, Paul Burger
      Consulting Producer: Christopher Santiago

      Filmed on location in Newark, NJ with the RED Dragon Camera + ELITE Anamorphic Cinema Lenses

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