Day of the Fight

Loved all the acting and the shots were so well done! This felt like watching a classic film. The directing was so specific and felt like every choice was justified. And the black and white was really dynamic and added to the nostalgic feeling. I liked that there were moments that had the time and space to breathe on screen, without there being a lag in the pacing overall. The editing was really great too. I've always loved Jack's acting but WOW I was blown away by his skill shown here as a writer director and producer!! This looks like it was a huge labor of love and it feels like it was infused with the passion and heart of everyone involved. Wish I could have been a part of the crew. Hopefully I can get in on his next film!!

A philosophical question, old as the hills, asks, IF YOU KNEW THIS WAS YOUR LAST DAY ON EARTH, what would you do differently? This is a fight film which is not a fight film, at least not what today's viewers expect. This is a film straight from the 1950s, in B&W in case you missed the clues. Where the script, the characterizations, the ambience are all more important than any punch thrown. Holds the attention. Recommended. ((Designated "IMDb Top Reviewer." Please check out my list "167+ Nearly-Perfect Movies (with the occasional Anime or TV miniseries) you can/should see again and again (1932 to the present))

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 .

I absolutely loved this film. It grabbed me in the first few minutes and I was completely absorbed. Huston has made a muscular and lyrical film. Pitt deserves a nomination for Best Actor. He is incapable of a false moment. He is pitch perfect in every scene and it reminds of how Boardwalk Empire suffered without him. Now a man, Pitt acts with a depth that is funny and moving. Ron Perlman, Joe Pesci and Steve Buscemi are wonderful in supporting roles. Perlman steals every scene he is in. Huston's script has so many fine moments. The original music is gorgeous. Do not miss this film. It is a quiet classic.

Beautifully filmed in black and white.

This film will hopefully will be considered for every OSCAR category.

The story is the day in the life of Irish Mike. A former boxing champion who had an unfortunate turns of events. A character that you can't help but feel his pain and suffering. His story unfolds with past/present scenes, perfectly timed to understand the complexity of his life.

It was the best drama I have seen in many years. The emotional state it puts you in, where you are lost in the film, is something that I think all movie-goers crave. THIS MOVIE DELIVERS just that... Not a dull scene in the film and quite the cast.

By far Michael Pitt gave a phenomenal performance. Extraordinary chemistry with all the stars - especially his relationship with Ron Perlman's character.

I will be seeing it again in the theater - it is just too beautiful of a film to watch on a TV screen.