“The Last Champion” (2020) is a family affair in more ways than one. It was written and produced by Glenn Withrow, wife Hallie Todd (who also acted in it), and daughter Ivy Withrow. Mr. Withrow also directed the film. Together, they show how families are vulnerable to drifting apart and how it’s worth fighting to keep them together.
John Wright (Cole Hauser) is the last wrestler from his town to win an Olympic gold medal. Shamed by a doping scandal, he’s ostracized himself for years. Now, his mother’s death forces his return to hostile townsfolk who haven’t forgiven him for disgracing them, never mind that he hasn’t forgiven himself.
