A powerful story about justice, redemption, and corporate accountability is coming to the big screen. The official trailer for Broken Ones, an upcoming legal thriller starring Terrence Howard, Kate Bosworth, and Guillermo Iván, has arrived, giving audiences a first look at a film that promises to explore the complicated lines between doing what is right and fighting for what is just.
TRAILER: The Official ‘Broken Ones’ Trailer
Directed by Tim Gagliardo and written by Alejandro Zavala, Broken Ones follows Joseph Santiago (Guillermo Iván), a former felon who finds himself fighting for a victim’s family after a devastating car accident. What initially appears to be a tragic case takes a much darker turn when Joseph begins uncovering a corporate cover-up involving a trucking company that allegedly failed to properly screen its drivers.
As the investigation unfolds, the film explores the consequences of corporate negligence and the lives left behind when accountability is avoided.
What makes Broken Ones particularly intriguing is its inspiration. The film draws from producer and co-writer Alejandro Zavala’s memoir and real-life experiences navigating the criminal justice system and legal profession. Its themes of redemption, family, justice, and personal responsibility give the story a foundation that reaches beyond the courtroom.
TICKETS FOR PREMIER: ‘Broken Ones’ Premiere Tickets
Terrence Howard stars as Benjamin Drake, an attorney whose work has largely focused on representing wealthy clients, while Kate Bosworth plays Kathleen Sloane, a corporate defense attorney forced to confront difficult moral questions as the case develops. Hana Mae Lee also joins the cast.
Adding another layer of authenticity to the story, Terrence Howard drew inspiration from real-life attorney Benjamin Drake, Esq., founder of The Drake Law Firm in California. What makes Drake a particularly meaningful inspiration is his commitment to understanding and addressing each client’s individual needs. As Drake explains, “What sets my firm apart is the attention to each client’s special needs.” While the events depicted in Broken Ones are not based on a specific case handled by Drake, they reflect the types of complex legal matters he has encountered throughout his career. His client-centered approach and dedication to recognizing the individual stories behind every case align with the film’s exploration of justice, accountability, and the importance of giving people a voice.
Audiences will have an opportunity to experience Broken Ones on the big screen on November 15, 2026, at AMC Century City Theatre 15 in Los Angeles, as part of the inaugural Your Script Produced! International Film Festival. The festival takes place November 14–15, bringing independent filmmakers, industry professionals, and moviegoers together for a celebration of cinema.
With a compelling premise, an established cast, and a story inspired by real-life experiences, Broken Ones is one to keep on your radar as it makes its way to the Los Angeles film festival.
The trailer is officially here, and the countdown to November 15 has begun.
