# Stronger (2017)

> After surviving the Boston Marathon bombing, a kind but aimless young man must rebuild his body, relationships, and sense of self beneath the glare of sudden public heroism.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/262886

## Facts

- Runtime: 119 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: David Gordon Green
- Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Tatiana Maslany, Miranda Richardson, Richard Lane Jr., Nate Richman, Lenny Clarke, Patty O'Neil, Clancy Brown
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3881784/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: emotionally intense, grounded, sincere, reflective evening, inspirational drama night

## Synopsis

A gripping tale of resilience and heroism in the face of tragedy.

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