Requiem for a Running Back (2017)

Plot

Rebecca Carpenter delves into a personal tragedy with her documentary, exploring the legacy of her father, Lewis Carpenter, a former running back for the legendary Green Bay Packers. Following his death, the family is approached by Boston University’s brain bank, leading to the revelation that Lew had Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), a serious brain condition affecting many former NFL players. This discovery thrusts Carpenter into a national dialogue about the health risks associated with football, prompting her to embark on a three-year journey to highlight the broader implications of CTE in the sport.