Lion Killer

Lion Killer isn't what I expected at all. Much better, actually. Beautifully-filmed, well-acted by a good-looking cast, and with a very interesting story about battling inner demons through martial arts. An adult version of The Karate Kid, one might say, although that doesn't do it justice.

Lion Killer tells the story of 2 lost souls trying to find their place in the world after a lifetime of tragedies. The movie has some great cinematography and a good soundtrack. It's a bit reminiscent of Good Will Hunting and Karate Kid. Lion Killer leaves a powerful message with a lot of heart.

I enjoyed the backgrounds of the main characters and how their stories fit in to the central plot. The familiarity of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class warmups shown in the film along with the choreography of the "rolls" make we want to see more films focused around BJJ culture in the U.S. There were some familiar and unfamiliar aspects of BJJ that I noticed in the film, and I gave 7 stars for the solid characters, acting, overall representation of BJJ, and story. Nice job!

I really enjoyed watching Lion Killer. I learned alot about the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Director Derrick Fury did an exceptional job bringing this subject matter to life. All of the lead actors did really well. One couldn't help but pull for the underdog. The music & editing were all on point. A film that demonstrates, with major obstacles in life, that it's truly possible to overcome all odds.

I really love dramas with an inspirational message about overcoming hardships. This film showcases that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can be a path forward onward - a method to overcome trauma. I learned quite a bit about Jiu-Jitsu too and am inspired to explore this more. I've seen other drama films where the characters use art as a method of overcoming. Love can help heal as well is a fantastic message in this film. My congratulations to these filmmakers for creating this moving film that so many people will relate to.