LOS ANGELES, CA - March 11, 2025 - CMG Company Films LLC announces the pre-production phase of its groundbreaking biographical sports drama, "Clash Of The Titans: The Maurice Hunter Story." This compelling film brings to light a crucial missing chapter in the history of American tennis and shines a spotlight on an overlooked champion whose achievements transcended racial barriers in professional sports.
The film chronicles the extraordinary journey of Maurice Hunter, who played in Grand Slam tournaments five times and made history as the first African American in 30 years to win the Michigan Open. In 1979, at just 22 years old, Hunter defeated computer-ranked players from 16 states and 6 countries in a straight three-day competition without losing a single match to become the Men's Singles Champion to enthusiastic crowd cheers in Midland, Michigan.
"It has been emotional for us all in this journey uncovering professional sports records and data on Maurice Hunter which is supposed to be public information but was found buried offsite of the professional ITF, USTA and ATP player pages," shares Cherisse Wilson Goedhart, founder of CMG Company Films LLC. "The detective-like journey researcher David Kamisar and I undertook to uncover and verify these records against all odds provides new context about the tennis world of Black Americans during the 70s to 80s."
This underdog story of struggle and excellence serves as inspiration for aspiring youths in all communities nationwide, resonating globally with those facing systemic challenges from disadvantaged backgrounds who dream of escaping oppression through excellence and determination.
The film highlights three crucial elements:
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A forgotten chapter in tennis history being brought to light
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An untold story of excellence and perseverance
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An underdog story leading to greatness not immediately recognized by the establishment
"Clash Of The Titans: The Maurice Hunter Story" emphasizes the importance of proper documentation and recognition of athletes' accomplishments in shaping cultural legacy and inspiring future generations. The production team has assembled a stellar cast (to be announced) to bring this powerful story to audiences worldwide.
For more information about the film and production updates, visit www.cmgcompanyfilmsllc.com.
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About CMG Company Films LLC:
CMG Company Films LLC is dedicated to producing content that illuminates overlooked historical narratives with cultural significance. Founded by Cherisse Wilson Goedhart, the company focuses on stories that inspire, educate, and challenge audiences while highlighting the achievements of underrepresented individuals.
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