Young 'Air' screenwriter from west suburbs shares inspiration behind new Michael Jordan Nike movie

Alex Convery said he was inspired to write the screenplay for 'Air' after watching ESPN's 'The Last Dance.'

Alex Convery, a Western Springs native, said he was inspired to write the screenplay for "Air" after watching ESPN's "The Last Dance.""Air" is a gripping new movie based on the true story of Michael Jordan's groundbreaking deal with Nike that lets anyone walk in his shoes.

Alex Convery is the young writer who grew up in Western Springs and whose script got the attention of Affleck and Damon.

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