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For reference, the director is my teacher and in class he reads his powerpoint presentations word for word with no enthusiasm whatsoever. He also takes months to grade assignments. Similarly enough, in the movie the acting made me physically cringe, and the plotline was simultaneously boring and confusing. I do not know how this movie has so many 10 star ratings, but I highly suspect that they are either people payed to leave reviews or people who worked on the movie themself. Do not watch it, it's not worth it.

In this tense film, Johnny(Tittone) struggles with his past mistakes. Labeled an absentee father by his strung out ex, he fights to reconnect with his son, Caleb. Johnny struggles against his instincts, in the ring the choices are simpler, punch or be punched. Visiting his old trainer he hopes to find a legitimate way to rebuild his life and liberate his son. Obstacles mount as a greedy bookie enters the picture and the authorities take interest in his return to the city. Backed into a corner he makes the choice to join some old friends in a high-stakes heist that risk everything. Money can't buy you love, but sometimes... it buys freedom.

This is an amateur production, at best, with no imagination in the story line nor cinematography. The acting is non existent, most stand there and simply say their lines like a junior school play. Unwatchable, and that's being kind. No spoilers needed as the fact this film will spoil any time you waste watching it. I usually cross reference movies on IMDb, particularly 'arthouse' films and was pleased to find this movie was over 8 - the fact only about 20 people reviewed it should have been a warning - they are quite obviously the cast, crew and friends (which would probably make up about 20). My partner and I simply could not sit through the entire length as it was so bad. If you don't believe this review I challenge you to watch it and comment on this post.....

The basic story line is reasonable but .... don't you dare waste any money to see this - and don't waste your time if you can get it for free either. Pathetic scripting, wooden actors, unbelievably bad action, almost meaningless sub plots, big time gangsters who wouldn't scare anyone and FBI agents who show as much authority as a stray cat. Overall, totally amateurish in execution and delivery - a total time waster

This movie was amazing. It surpassed my expectations. There may be people out there bashing this movie and it's probably competitors or haters not allowing someone to enjoy a great job. If you want to form an opinion based on reviews go ahead, but I suggest you just watch the movie for the entertainment without any outside influence. Trust me you will not be disappointed. The producer has done an amazing job with the actors and the script. You will enjoy the movie.

• Jarrod