In a fading Louisiana town, Jerome dreams of Hollywood while Terry seeks escape from a troubled home. United by desperation, they train for a high-stakes bodybuilding competition that becomes their shot at something more. Filmed over 18 months, WEST OF GREATNESS blazes a bold new trail in cinematic storytelling, blending raw documentary with scripted drama. It's a haunting, human story of ambition, survival, and the quiet bond that forms when there's nothing left to lose.

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West of Greatness: The Story of the Westwego Muscle Boys

June 20, 2025

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Cast (18)

Carole Ann

Guy Bridgeway

Jessica Priscilla Bridgeway

Stevie Baudier

Leslie

Alfred

Cassius Carmichael

Eli Wilder

Muscle Man #1

Joseph

Jerome Bettis Carmichael

Clerk

Terry Bridgeway

Brock

Andrea

Ben

Marcus

Jimmy Landrieu

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