{"id":132960,"date":"2024-06-08T23:59:59","date_gmt":"2024-06-09T03:59:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/v2fr5er78d.funnewsdaily.com\/movies\/producers-announce-development-of-film-on-maurice-hunter-story-paving-the-road-to-gold\/"},"modified":"2024-06-08T23:59:59","modified_gmt":"2024-06-09T03:59:59","slug":"producers-announce-development-of-film-on-maurice-hunter-story-paving-the-road-to-gold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/v2fr5er78d.funnewsdaily.com\/movies\/producers-announce-development-of-film-on-maurice-hunter-story-paving-the-road-to-gold\/","title":{"rendered":"Producers Announce Development of Film on Maurice Hunter Story \u201cPaving The Road To Gold\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"

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When Maurice won that match against Krulevitz, it was a turning point in his career.\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n

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BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2024 \/EINPresswire.com<\/a>\/ — Cherisse Wilson Goedhart, Janie Bradford, and Kaye Porter are thrilled to announce that they are in the process of developing a film based on the inspiring life of Maurice \u201cMo\u201d Hunter, the first Black player to win the men\u2019s singles championship title in the Michigan Open Tennis Championship in 1979 and 1981.<\/p>\n

The movie, titled \u201cPaving The Toad To Gold\u201d, will chronicle Maurice Hunter\u2019s journey from poverty to prominence on the court. Despite facing discrimination and inequities, Maurice achieved some remarkable victories against top-ranked players, including a memorable match against Steve Krulevitz at the Washington Star International Tennis Tournament qualifiers.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen Maurice won that match against Krulevitz, it was a turning point in his career,\u201d said producer and sister Cherisse Wilson Goedhart. \u201cIt was a moment of validation for him as a player, and we are excited to bring this incredible story to the big screen.\u201d<\/p>\n

The film is set to begin production in 2025 and will highlight Maurice Hunter\u2019s determination, perseverance, and talent on the tennis court. \u201cHis triumphs and struggles will serve as a powerful reminder of the impact of representation and the importance of breaking down barriers in sports,\u201d said producer Kaye Porter.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are honored to be able to tell Maurice\u2019s story and to shine a light on the challenges he faced as a trailblazing Black athlete in the world of tennis,\u201d said producer Janie Bradford. \u201cHis journey is one of resilience and triumph, and we hope that this film will inspire and uplift audiences everywhere.\u201d<\/p>\n

Stay tuned for more updates on \u201cPaving The Road To Gold\u201d as production continues to move forward. This is a story that deserves to be shared with the world, and we are excited to bring it to life on the big screen.<\/p>\n

For more information, please contact Cherisse Wilson Goedhart at The CMG Company Film Productions<\/p>\n

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The CMG Company
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