Day of the Fight

I absolutely loved this movie. Where most screeenplay advice is "conflict conflict conflict," this movie is all about the resolution of conflicts. So It's quite unusual, as well as being shot in gorgeous black and white.

OK, it's not perfect - there are some plot moments that I found a bit hard to believe - but I didn't care. When every other movie seems to be about killing and cruelty, and the ones in between are so sugary I can't take them, how wonderful to see a film that is about making things right, forgiving wrongs, and sacrificing for those you love.

I hope it wins tons of awards. It deserves them.

An instant classic. The Day Of The Fight, is not only one of my Favorite Films of the year, but one of my Favorite all time Films. Jack Huston has Written a Beautifully Touching film without being sentimental. The Acting is Truthful especially with the films lead Actor Michael C. Pitt. He gives a Bravura performance. His work ranks right up there alongside Brando's, ON THE WATERFRONT, Newman's, SOMEBODY UP THERE LIKES ME, & Voight's, THE CHAMP. The supporting cast is sublime as well starting with, Ron Perlman and ending with Joe Pesci. Not only has Jack Huston proven himself as Wonderful Character Actor as well as a Leading Man, he is also an Excellent Writer, Director. His use of Black & White enhanced the film. The day in life of, Irish Mike Flannigan, made me laugh & cry. I guess you could see I loved this film and I can't wait to see it again. Don't miss it.

Michael Pitt is amazing in this , a great performance without one false note , this could have won an Oscar this year, if out on time , the scene with Joe Pesci is fantastic with both actors perfect. Hopefully this leads on to a career resurgence for Pitt , I could see him playing Chris in Heat 2 for instance . This was not just a one man show as the supporting cast was also fantastic, especially Pesci in an almost silent role and Ron Perelman who could have played this part in his sleep but brings a real presence to it . I believe if this had a different lead actor it be much better known but would not be the better for it ! Well done to all involved .

Jack Huston's writer / director debut, New York boxing drama "Day Of The Fight", is beautifully shot in B&W but let down somewhat by its screenplay. The first bout in 10yrs (after a tragic car smash and its aftermath forced him out) for former Middleweight World Champion Michael Pitt (outstanding) is a televised world title fight (one of the film's many implausabilities) - which he spends the day of catching up with characters from his past (including Joe Pesci, Steve Buscemi, Ron Perlman, John Magaro, & Nicolette Robinson) and flashing back on moments that have brought him to this one. Huston's a better director than writer, but overall his debut is one with a solid punch.

Wow amazing movie.

Human, simple story, done very very well.

Music 10:10 Cinematography 9:10 Writing 7:10 Heart 10:10

Anyone that ever lived a full life (not a life scrolling Instagram or Facebook) anyone over the age of 30/35 (2025) will understand this movie.

Great flick well worth your time.

I'm 42 and I've experienced the highest of highs and the lowest of lows in my life (not the best or the worst .... But enough).

And I was moved by this movie.

The only problem is you have seen this before i this is why I didn't give it a 10/10.

It's a 8-9/10. Depending on who you are watching it.

If you ever had to fight for something in your life, or you lost even when you tried your best.... Or you cocked up and then grew from it you will understand this film.

Well worth a watch if you like human movies that have a lot of heart.

9/10 for me will watch again.