The Magic of J-Mac

United States

2009

13 Min

Color

English

Currently 2.4/5 Stars.
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In 2006 High School senior Jason McElwain, an autistic team manager for his school’s basketball team, had the night of his life, scoring 20 points in his team’s final home game, vaulting him to celebrity status. Three years later, two boys from high schools a mere 20 miles apart in Maine, would get the same opportunity. Film and Television star, and Autism activist Joe Mantegna narrates this inspiring story of these boys’ determination. –Mosaic Film Festival

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Josh Griffey

7Jul10

Very, very heart warming. Brought a tear to my eye, and a smile to my face. The kind of uplifting narratives that sports can so frequently provide. Loved it.

Dzimas

29Jun10

OK, it was played for tears, but you have to admire the individual stories. My only question is why these kids didn't get to play more often if they could light up the scoreboard like that.

Uli Cain, Cinefidel¹³

18Jun10

There is always a story after the ESPN and other media outlets stop paying attention, this short piece (available on YouTube) tells how Jason McElwain's story helped others. A nice piece of a filmmaking.