Early Screening: Inspiring Tale of 59-Year-Old Linebacker Mike Flynt in 'The Senior' at the PBS SoCal Cinema Series

Director Rod Lurie reflects on his fellow filmmakers, "I was grateful for producer Mark Ciardi's discovery of this captivating story and his unwavering commitment, which have greatly contributed to the project, adding depth and authenticity. Screenwriter Bob Eisle was instrumental in bringing my artistic vision to life. With masterful execution, the screenplay captured the essence of this intricate tale, striking a perfect balance of wisdom and humor."

Immediately following the screening, Deadline's chief film critic Pete Hammond, who can also be seen on PBS SoCal’s Must See Movies, moderated a Q&A with actor Michael Chiklis and producer Mark Ciardi.

Listen to the full Q&A from the screening below.