Ian Wright’s life story is being turned into a film, co-produced by Stormzy

The biopic will cover Wright’s tough childhood, his failed trials at Southend and Brighton as a teenager, and the teacher who helped change his life. Wright says it’s the first time his full story is being told, and he hopes it will "give people hope and joy." No cast, director or release date has been announced yet.#ianwright #stormzy #merkyfilms #biopic #film

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