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The Gabby Douglas Story (2014)

  • 90 min
  • Drama
  • imdb logo 6.9/10 (1841 votes)

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Plot

From the heart of Virginia Beach to the dazzling heights of Olympic stardom, "The Gabby Douglas Story" is a compelling, gravity-defying journey of a gymnastics prodigy. Born with an innate passion and talent for the sport, Gabby Douglas ascends in the competitive gymnastics sphere from a tender age of eight. Her journey isn't without hurdles, though. From grappling with economic hardships at home to making the heart-wrenching decision to leave her nurturing family and move to Des Moines, Iowa for training, the narrative reveals Gabby's resilience and unwavering determination. Under the mentorship of esteemed coach Liang Chow, Gabby hones her skills, her eyes set firmly on her Olympic dream. Her relentless dedication, coupled with the steadfast love and support from her mother Natalie, three siblings, and grandmother, fuels her ascent to the 2012 U.S. Women's Gymnastics team. Here, her journey takes a thrilling turn as she competes amidst the intense competition at the London Games. A poignant portrait of perseverance and triumph, the film follows Gabby as she etches her name in history, becoming not only the first black gymnast to clinch the Individual All-Around Champion title but also the first American gymnast to be adorned with gold in both individual all-around and team competitions in the same Olympics. Gabby and her indomitable squad, known as "The Fierce Five", emerge as luminary beacons in the gymnastics world, making "The Gabby Douglas Story" a captivating tale of one girl's dream and her tenacious pursuit of it.

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The Gabby Douglas Story is a drama movie featuring Gabby Douglas and directed by Gregg Champion.

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