Rob Murphy Talks New Film, Basketball Legacy, & Detroit Roots

Rob Murphy joins us to discuss his upcoming film ‘DEEP,’ including its transition from book to big screen and the therapeutic value of making the project after growing up in Detroit. Rob shares how he teamed up with Dennis Reed, what went into writing, casting, and producing DEEP, and why certain scenes, characters, and settings had to be cut during the process. He reflects on the magic of bringing characters to life, including some who had already passed, and what he hopes people take away after watching the film. We also delve into Rob’s journey through basketball, climbing the coaching ladder from Detroit high schools to Eastern Michigan and the Pistons' front office, and what his mindset taught him about succeeding at every level. Rob talks about his favorite team he has ever coached, the players he has developed and stayed connected with, and how Detroit has evolved over the decades. Rob also discusses starting the Rob Murphy Foundation, how it has impacted kids in his hometown, and the red carpet premiere of DEEP coming to Emagine Royal Oak on August 20th. Visit Rob's website: https://www.robmurphydeep.com/ #RobMurphy #DeepTheMovie #DetroitBasketball #DennisReed #MotorCityCruise