‘Finding Tony’: Inspiring Redemption Story Stars Stephen Bishop, David Banner, Raquel Justice

NBA All-Star and now producer Anthony Davis created the film Finding Tony. With the help of director Raven Magwood Goodson and producer Billy Goodson, “Finding Tony” became an emotional journey covering mental issues and youth development. 

Finding Tony stars Stephen Bishop, Raquel Justice, Josh Ventura, David Banner, Columbus Short, Rodney Perry, Jock McKissic, Rayven Symone Ferrell, Brook Sill, and Nette Howard. The film hits the theaters on May 10.

Synopsis

Former NBA star Tony Greene (Stephen Bishop) is a clinically depressed alcoholic who often spends his time thinking about the moment that changed his life forever: Eighteen years ago, he tragically lost the love of his life in a horrific home invasion. The incident sent him into a state of depression, and he subsequently retired from the NBA. In an effort to help Tony get his life back on track, Dr. Terrence Daniel (Tony’s best friend, played by David Banner) convinces him to coach the Lincoln Community College women’s basketball team. On the first day of tryouts, Tony meets Destiny (Raquel Justice), a 17-year-old orphan with a bad attitude and an incredible jump shot. Their personalities immediately clash, but Tony sees enormous potential in Destiny that he has never seen before. As the season progresses, Destiny lets down her walls and bonds with her team in an unexpected way. Just when Tony thinks he has indeed lost it all, his star player helps him to find his destiny.

“With Finding Tony, I found it important for us to explore the impact that mentors can have on our lives,” said Director Raven Magwood Goodson. “In addition to exploring the ramifications of both positive and negative mentorship, we also examine the importance of team and family dynamics in a nontraditional and unexpected way. By touching on serious topics like mental health within the structure of a compelling film, we have the opportunity to both inform and entertain. The initial response to the film has been amazing, and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for Finding Tony.”