Conversations with Jake Gyllenhaal and Tatiana Maslany of STRONGER

Q A with Jake Gyllenhaal and Tatiana Maslany. Moderated by Jenelle Riley, Variety. Stronger is the inspiring true story of Jeff Bauman, an ordinary man who captured the hearts of his city and the world to become the symbol of hope following the infamous 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. Jake Gyllenhaal stars as Jeff, a 27yearold, workingclass Boston man who was at the marathon to try and win back his exgirlfriend Erin (Tatiana Maslany). Waiting for her at the finish line when the blast occurs, he loses both his legs in the attack. After regaining consciousness in the hospital, Jeff is able to help law enforcement identify one of the bombers, but his own battle has just begun. He tackles months of physical and emotional rehabilitation with the unwavering support of Erin and his family. It is Jeffs deeply personal account of the heroic journey that tests a familys bond, defines a communitys pride and inspires his inner courage to overcome devastating adversity. Filled with raw emotion, humanity br, br,