Gym Rat
About this Event
Join us for a special theatrical screening of GYM RAT at Studio Movie Grill, benefiting the Taylor Hooton Foundation.
Experience GYM RAT on the big screen, followed by an engaging live panel featuring members of the filmmaking team, representatives from the Taylor Hooton Foundation, and expert guests discussing the real-world issues at the heart of the film.
To see the trailer go to:
https://gymratmovie.com/
THE FILM
GYM RAT is a darkly comedic psychological thriller about Lonnie Milsap, an ex-con and obsessive bodybuilder determined to transform himself into the person he believes he is meant to become.
As Lonnie's pursuit of the perfect physique—and his dream of becoming a champion—intensifies, the line between ambition, obsession and self-destruction begins to disappear.
The film explores body image, addiction, masculinity, external validation, rage, vulnerability and the psychological costs of chasing an idealized version of yourself.
Starring Josh Murray, Lou Ferrigno, Mariana Vicente, Greg Orvis, and feature fitness icons like Mike O'Hearn, Chef Andre Rush and Whitney Jones GYM RAT takes audiences inside a world where the strongest-looking person in the room may be fighting the biggest battle.
FOLLOWING THE SCREENING: LIVE PANEL
After the film, stay for a special discussion with:
- GYM RAT filmmakers and cast
- Taylor Hooton Foundation representatives
- Medical and health experts
- Special guests from the sports and fitness community
The conversation will explore the issues portrayed in GYM RAT—including performance-enhancing drug use, body image, health risks, mental health, and the pressures facing athletes and young people in today's fitness culture.
This is an opportunity to go beyond the movie and have an honest conversation about what can happen beneath the surface of a strong physique.
BENEFITING THE TAYLOR HOOTON FOUNDATION
A portion of proceeds from this event will benefit the Taylor Hooton Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating young people about the dangers of anabolic steroids, appearance- and performance-enhancing drugs, and other related substances.
The Foundation's mission aligns closely with one of GYM RAT's central themes: understanding the whole person and the big picture, not just short term results.
MAKE A NIGHT OF IT
Come see GYM RAT on the big screen, meet members of the filmmaking and fitness communities, and be part of an important conversation about health, body image and the pressures surrounding today's physique culture—all while supporting the work of the Taylor Hooton Foundation.
🎬 GYM RAT — Special Theatrical Screening
📍 Studio Movie Grill
🎟️ Tickets are limited
Movie. Conversation. Community. A night for the sports & fitness world—and everyone affected by it.
Event details, panel guests and schedule are subject to change.
Where is it happening?
USD 17.32


















