GLEASON now playing in Houston

On behalf of Open Road and Amazon Studios, GLEASON is now opening in Houston this Friday, August 12 at Edwards Greenway Grand Palace 24. GLEASON is an inspiring and uplifting documentary about former New Orleans Saints player, Steve Gleason and his ongoing battle with ALS.

Directed by Clay Tweel with a story by Seth Gordon & Clay Tweel the film begins shortly after former New Orleans Saints star defensive back Steve Gleason is diagnosed with ALS at the age of 34. He learns that his wife Michel is pregnant with their first child. Determined to live his remaining years to their fullest, Steve goes on an expedition to Alaska, creates a foundation to help other ALS patients, repairs a rocky relationship with his father and embraces new technologies to help compensate for his deteriorating physical abilities - all with Michel's unwavering support. Brimming with humor and heart, this inspirational documentary follows a man who battles overwhelming adversity to find his true purpose in life.