Question 1

Which real-life UFC fighter appears as a wrestling coach in The Hammer?

Accepted Answer

Coach Pruitt, the wrestling coach from Purdue, is played by Rich Franklin, who actually fought Matt Hamill in the UFC in 2008.

Question 2

What unique casting choice was made for the deaf roles in The Hammer?

Accepted Answer

All the deaf roles in the film are played by deaf actors.

Question 3

Where were the UFC scenes in The Hammer filmed?

Accepted Answer

The UFC scenes were shot at live UFC events.

Question 4

Which festival featured The Hammer in 2010?

Accepted Answer

The Hammer was part of AFI Fest in 2010.

Question 5

Who plays the title character Matt Hamill in The Hammer?

Accepted Answer

Russell Harvard portrays Matt Hamill, the first deaf wrestler to win a National Collegiate Wrestling Championship.

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