The Marinovich Project
"Life doesn't follow the playbook"
Originally released in 2011. The Marinovich Project is a documentary film. directed by John Dorsey. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Marcus Allen, Elliott Almond, and Stan Brock
Synopsis
From birth, Todd Marinovich was raised with a defined purpose of creating the perfect athlete. Trained by his father, Marv, a former pro football player and a strength and conditioning guru, the young Marinovich was meticulously engineered and nurtured into a star quarterback. When it came to performance, Marv expected perfection and Todd delivered. He was dubbed "Robo QB," and his performance initially lived up to the name as he set passing records in high school, vied for the Heisman while at USC and ultimately was selected in the first round of the 1991 NFL draft by his hometown Los Angeles Raiders. But two years later, he was out of the NFL, a full-blown drug addict in search of a life beyond football. "The Marinovich Project" tells the unvarnished story of Todd's unique ascent to stardom, the dark descent that followed and the complicated father-son bond throughout, ultimately answering the question "What went wrong with Todd Marinovich?"
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 10, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ESPN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Marinovich Project about?
From birth, Todd Marinovich was raised with a defined purpose of creating the perfect athlete. Trained by his father, Marv, a former pro football player and a strength and conditioning guru, the yo...
Who directed The Marinovich Project?
The Marinovich Project was directed by John Dorsey.
How long is The Marinovich Project?
The Marinovich Project has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was The Marinovich Project released?
The Marinovich Project was released on December 10, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Marinovich Project?
The main cast of The Marinovich Project includes Marcus Allen, Elliott Almond, Stan Brock.