Jennifer Lopez attended the premiere of her new movie, Unstoppable, at the Toronto International Film Festival yesterday. Unstoppable is the inspiring true story of Anthony Robles (Jharrel Jerome) who was born with one leg but whose indomitable spirit and unbreakable resolve empowered him to defy the odds and pursue his dreams. With the unwavering love and support of his devoted mother Judy (Jennifer Lopez) and the encouragement of his coaches, Anthony fights through adversity to earn a spot on the Arizona State Wrestling team. But it will demand everything he has, physically and mentally, to achieve his ultimate quest to become an NCAA Champion.
The movie and cast are getting strong reviews so far! Here’s a sample:
Judy, played by Lopez in what may be the fullest screen performance she has ever given. […] Lopez makes Judy a mother who loves her aspiring athlete-star son but is cornered, plowed under by life. Lopez makes you feel the wrung-out despair, as well as the will she summons, as an act of love, to overcome it. – Variety
Lopez is the other standout, not often given the credit she deserves and here giving her all right from the wry opening scenes,, where we see the love and pride this mother has for her son. She’s terrific. – Deadline
Lopez sinks into the character here with a layered performance as Judy, full of pain, pride, bitter disappointment in herself and then unexpected resilience and resourcefulness […] Lopez gives a tender and entirely convincing performance as a mother whose unshakeable belief in her son is a crucial part of his foundations. – The Hollywood Reporter
The film will be released in select US & UK theaters in December and on Prime Video at a later date.
