Why is the movie called 23 blast?

Development. 23 Blast was inspired by the life of Travis Freeman, a Corbin, Kentucky native. Growing up, Travis always wanted to be a football player for the Corbin Redhounds, his local high school football team. At the age of 9, he was the water boy for the Redhounds and played football during middle school.

Then, what is the movie 23 blast about?

As a typical teenager, Travis Freeman (Mark Hapka) is a local hero both on and off the high-school football field in his small Kentucky town, but in 1997, Travis contracts an infection that destroys his optic nerve and renders him blind overnight. With the loving help and concern of his parents, physical therapist, coach and best friend, Travis demonstrates what true bravery is: He continues to compete on the gridiron and helps his team advance to the state finals.

Secondly, how did Jerry Baker die from 23 blast? Unfortunately, Jerry passed away on May 26, 2007. His father, Big Jerry also passed away 3 years later in 2010 after a battle with cancer. Even though his life was cut short, I am thankful he got to be a part of Kailee's life for almost 5 years.

Similarly one may ask, is the movie 23 Blast Based on a true story?

23 Blast is based on the amazingly true story of Travis Freeman. A typical teenager growing up in a small town in Kentucky, Travis is a local hero on and off the field. In the fall of 1997, in the prime of his youth, he is unexpectedly stricken with an infection that destroys his optic nerve.

When did 23 blast come out?

October 20, 2013

Is 23 blast still on Netflix?

Sorry, 23 Blast is not available on American Netflix, but you can unlock it right now in the USA and start watching! With a few simple steps you can change your Netflix region to a country like Argentina and start watching Argentine Netflix, which includes 23 Blast.

What is 23 blast rated?

The specific reason for why they rated 23 Blast PG-13 is not for strong language, sexual situations or excessive violence – of which 23 Blast has none. It's for the depiction of underage drinking in one particular scene.

Where does 23 blast take place?

23 Blast was shot entirely on location in Corbin, Kentucky. Baker said Travis and his family came by the set every day, allowing the cast to shower them with questions.

What year did Travis Freeman go blind?

1994,

When did Travis Freeman go blind?

"Travis Freeman at twelve years old, woke up one morning and was completely blind. Now, finding the courage to rise up and continue following his dream to play high school football" (McClellan). Travis Freeman played High School football at Corbin in Kentucky; at age twelve his vision went from 2020 to 0 in 48 hours.