Maya Moore stepped away from professional basketball in 2019 to advocate for Jonathan Irons, a man she believes was wrongfully imprisoned.
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Maya Moore stepped away from professional basketball in 2019 to advocate for Jonathan Irons, a man she believes was wrongfully imprisoned.
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Maya Moore, a star player in the Women’s National Basketball Association, left the sport in 2019 to support Jonathan Irons, who was imprisoned for a crime he did not commit. The film follows their efforts to challenge the legal system and secure Irons' release. It details their relationship and the challenges they face along the way. Directed by Rudy Valdez, "Breakaway" runs for 75 minutes and features a narrative centered on justice and activism.
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Why Watch
- Meet Maya Moore, a WNBA star turned activist.
- Follow the legal battle for Jonathan Irons' freedom.
- See how sports can intersect with social justice.
Did You Know
- Maya Moore stepped away from basketball in 2019 for activism.
- Jonathan Irons was wrongfully imprisoned, which Moore advocates for.
- The film is directed by Rudy Valdez and runs for 75 minutes.
- The documentary was produced in the US and is in English.
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Who is Maya Moore?
Maya Moore is a celebrated women's basketball player who made the decision to step away from her sport in 2019.
What was the reason for Maya Moore's departure from basketball?
Maya Moore left basketball to advocate for Jonathan Irons, a man she believes has been wrongfully imprisoned.
Who directed the documentary 'Breakaway'?
The documentary 'Breakaway' was directed by Rudy Valdez.
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