The Olympian: A Dream Unleashed Against the Odds

Title: The Olympian

Type: Feature Film

Content: On 12-15-16, the true story of Brad Lewis was put into active development by Imperative Entertainment. It follows a 29-year-old Californian with a fierce passion for rowing. Against odds and self-destructive behavior, his journey to the 1984 Olympic rowing team becomes an unexpected triumph. The relationship dynamics with his alcoholic father, local bartender Pam battling cancer, and his teammate Paul adds depth to his story.

Production company information: Imperative Entertainment, 1663 18th Street Santa Monica, CA 90404, Phone: 424-278-6700, Email: info@imperativeentertainment.com

Status: Active Development

Producer: Bradley Thomas – Guymon Casady – Micah Green, Writer/Director: Tony Tost, Cast: Brandon Sklenar

Another involved company: ENTERTAINMENT 360 | 10100 Santa Monica Blvd., Ste. 2300, LA, CA 90210, Phone: 310-272-7000, Email: gcasady@management360.com

Another involved company: 30WEST 1663 18th Street, 2nd Floor, Santa Monica, CA 90404, Phone: 310-382-9081, Email: info@30west.com

The Olympian: A Bold Tale of Grit and Triumph

Join us on a thrilling journey through the turbulent life of Brad Lewis in “The Olympian,” brought to life by the talented team at Imperative Entertainment. From the onset, we meet Brad as a steadfast 29-year-old California native with an unparalleled vision – to make the 1984 Olympic rowing team. Against all odds, Lewis overcomes his tumultuous circumstances to pursue his passion relentlessly. He becomes an unorthodox prodigy, breaking rules and cutting fences to go after his dream and quench his insatiable thirst for rowing.

A Complicated Home Life

Not all battles are fought on the water, and Lewis’s home presents its fair share of challenges. Bradley Thomas skilfully enacts the tempestuous relationship between Brad and his alcoholic father. Amidst the chaos, we also witness Brad’s tumultuous liaison with Pam, a local bartender, played by the alluring cast member yet to be revealed by the creators.

The Power Struggle

The film magnificently depicts the power-struggle between Brad and his stereotypical rowing coach, Harry Parker. In his quest for greatness, Brad’s unorthodox methods and incessant need to push boundaries find him often at loggerheads with Parker.

Redemption & Triumph

Just when all hope seems lost, Brad is given a second chance to row. As his partner-in-crime, Paul, joins in, they both learn valuable lessons about teamwork and emotional control. In the face of Pam’s secret cancer struggle, they pull off a successful Olympic heist in a heartwarming display of human resilience and sheer determination.