2024年3月18日 · In Tyson’s story, Aklilu is a former athlete who runs a sports merchandise shop in the neighboring area. While the man’s glory days as one of the most talented runners in the world are over, his love for running persists, leading him to cross paths with Tyson.

2024年3月19日 · While prominent characters like Shannon (Layla Felder) and Aklilu (Barkhad Abdi) are fictional, they serve as symbols of acceptance and inspiration for Tyson, reflecting the reality of the challenges faced by individuals with autism.

2024年3月20日 · Tyson's Run is very loosely inspired by a true story, but not based on one. The characters of Aklilu and Tyson are fictional but Barkhad Abdi and Major Dodson portray them authentically. It's important for autistic actors to portray autistic characters in film.

At football practice, Tyson meets and befriends a renowned marathon runner named Aklilu. Eloise has a scare with the baby but is fine. At school, Bradley puts a mirror on the floor to see up a teacher’s skirt and she thinks it was Tyson as he picked up …

2024年3月15日 · He then meets Aklilu, a former marathon winner. Aklilu inspires Tyson to run and provides mentorship for his training. He gives Tyson valuable advice on the way – advice that will remain with Tyson for the rest of his life.

2024年3月19日 · Aklilu agrees to help train Tyson for an upcoming marathon. Can this new skill help Tyson find his way in the world – and even fit in among his peers? The new film Tyson's Run (PG) tells the...

2024年3月19日 · As the story unfolds, Aklilu's history expands as a person who had many years of experience as an Ethiopian runner. As a result, viewers will question his true nature. Aklilu is a fictional character who encounters genuine obstacles.

2024年3月18日 · Tyson Hollerman, an autistic teenager, aims to transform his autistic character into a marathon runner, and his memoir, 'Tyson's Run', delves into his inner-and outer-outer personality, Aklilu.

2022年4月6日 · Tyson’s Run, a film based on the true story of an autistic teenager, was released on March 11. The film follows the journey of Tyson, played by Major Dodson, as he overcomes bullying and prejudice to compete and win his first marathon. In his professional life, Tyson’s father, Bobby Hollerman, is a football coach with numerous championships.

While helping his father clean up after the football team, Tyson befriends champion marathon runner Aklilu. Never letting his autism hold him back, Tyson becomes determined to run his first marathon in hopes of winning his father's approval.