Competently made boxing flick with heart
As someone not familiar with African cinema but a true lover of boxing films, I had no idea what to expect when I began the film. I was pleasantly surprised with what I came away with.
The film's themes are largely well-trodden. Having said this, the actors commit the emotional depth needed for the drama. The archetypal roles manage to serve as a canvas to display the culture an setting of this area of South Africa.
The production values were solid. There was nice use of color with the cinematography. It is these small touches that help elevate the movie.
If you like boxing films and want a different flavor to your story, this film should satisfy. I look forward to seeing other films out of Africa and what they bring to the table.
The film's themes are largely well-trodden. Having said this, the actors commit the emotional depth needed for the drama. The archetypal roles manage to serve as a canvas to display the culture an setting of this area of South Africa.
The production values were solid. There was nice use of color with the cinematography. It is these small touches that help elevate the movie.
If you like boxing films and want a different flavor to your story, this film should satisfy. I look forward to seeing other films out of Africa and what they bring to the table.
- crushinrussian-52248
- 12. Apr. 2023