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GRIND

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.

Runtime: 9 min | Presented in Anamorphic 4K.

STARRING:

Robert Black Wilmote
Justina Valentine

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2017

Yuri Alves

Igor Alves, Yuri Alves, Mike Gomes

Mike Gomes

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Awards:

2022 Emmy® Award Winner (Editing)
Mid-Atlantic Region

2018 European Independent Film Festival

2018 One-Reeler Short Film Competition

2017 Impact Docs Award

2017 Indie Fest Film Awards

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“Inspiring and visually beautiful!”
Screen Critix

“Powerful”
Indyred

“Five stars”
Carl Burgess

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