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Anticipation is mounting as the revelation has been made that illustrious actress Jessica Alba is all set to take the helm in the much-awaited track and field movie, ‘Flash Before the Bang’. Produced by the icons Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, this picture exhibits a unique, electrifying saga of the 1980s Oregon, sure to enrapture viewers and enthrall them with its remarkable, a priori narrative. Adding to the furor, Alba has elected to serve as both a performer and a production executive, promising a shiveringly spectacular movie!

‘Flash Before the Bang’ portrays the riveting odyssey of an all-deaf track and field team, who, in spite of discrimination, triumphed with the state title. Leading the cast is Alba, in the role of a deaf coach, whose diabolical efforts support the team in their crusade for success – displaying her remarkable thespian aptitude along with her devotion to promoting inclusivity in cinematic stories.

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Joining the incredibly talented cast of Alba’s latest cinematic adventure are two deaf actors, Russell Harvard and Daniel Durant, who will undeniably bring both authenticity and depth to their captivating roles. The writer-director, Jevon Whetter, is himself deaf, and his personal connection to the story lends it an even greater sense of genuine reality that viewers are sure to connect with. Drawing upon his own experiences, Whetter lends this project a spirit of direct experience that will move audiences.

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Alba was exceptionally passionate about the project, her enthusiasm was palpable as she exclaimed, “I was deeply moved by this script based on the true story of the filmmaker Jevon Whetter, which shows the little-known reality of what life was like for deaf and disabled people who were cut off from society in almost every way prior to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.” Her joy at her discovery was conspicuous, and she was eager to share the revolutionary tale – featuring deaf filmmakers and a mainly deaf cast that was tailored to attract mainstream viewers.

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s upcoming movie celebrates diversity and resilience

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Flash Before the Bang’s production is scheduled for September 2023, set to kick off in vibrant Atlanta. The movie carries a strident message – one of breaking existing social prejudices, offering a positive story that celebrates disabled people’s strength and tenacity.

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Alba is very excited to film in the Peach State, giving her the chance to authentically and deeply express the authentic representation of marginalized communities. With this production, she pushes the boundaries of convention and empowers individuals who have been overlooked by society for too long.

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Flash Before the Bang leaves a profound and lasting imprint. A dazzling parade of the producers, Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, and the genius of director Jevon Whetter, blend together to present an emphatic narrative of understanding and admiration for disabled people. This complex and powerful tale of emotion grabs the attention of viewers around the world and delicately shatters any pre-held opinions of those with disabilities.

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