Conversations with Jake Gyllenhaal of STRONGER

Q&A with Jake Gyllenhaal of STRONGER. Moderated by Bruce Fretts, Closer Weekly

Stronger is the inspiring true story of Jeff Bauman, an ordinary man who captured the hearts of his city and the world to become the symbol of hope following the infamous 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. Jake Gyllenhaal stars as Jeff, a 27-year-old, working-class Boston manwho was at the marathon to try and win back his ex-girlfriendErin (Tatiana Maslany). Waiting for her at the finish line when the blast occurs, he loses both his legs in the attack. After regainingconsciousness in the hospital, Jeff is able tohelp law enforcement identify one of the bombers, but his own battle has just begun.He tacklesmonths of physical and emotional rehabilitationwith the unwavering support of Erin and his family. It is Jeff’s deeply personal account of the heroic journey that tests a family’s bond, defines a community’s pride and inspires his inner courage to overcome devastating adversity. Filled with raw emotion, humanity and humor, Stronger is the inspirational real-life story of the man who became the living embodiment of “Boston Strong.” The film also stars Academy Award® nominee Miranda Richardson and is directed by David Gordon Green.