The Brokenhearted

I wasn't sure what to expect going into The Brokenhearted, but I was honestly blown away. It's one of those indie films that really sticks with you-not because of big explosions or flashy effects, but because of the emotion, the grit, and the characters who feel so real it's like you've known them your whole life.

Sam Lee, who plays James, totally stole the show for me. His performance is intense but also incredibly vulnerable. You can feel the weight of everything he's carrying-from trying to keep his martial arts school alive to dealing with the crushing debt and the sense that his whole world is falling apart. He's not your typical action hero-he's broken, he's angry, but you're rooting for him the whole time. There's one scene where he's just sitting alone in the gym, staring at the walls, and somehow it says more than a whole page of dialogue. That's how good Sam Lee is here.

I also want to give a shoutout to Gene Rush, who plays Troy. He barely says much in the film, but wow-his quiet presence is powerful. He plays this older figure in the neighborhood who doesn't get involved unless he absolutely has to, and when he does, you really feel the weight of his choices. It's one of those "less is more" performances that sneaks up on you and leaves a mark.

The action scenes are raw and not overdone, and the relationships-especially between the three friends-feel so lived-in. The movie has a kind of old-school crime drama vibe but with a really personal edge. It reminded me a bit of Warrior mixed with early Tarantino, but more grounded.

Definitely recommend this one if you're looking for something real and heartfelt, with great performances and some seriously intense moments. The Brokenhearted deserves way more attention.

OKAY so I watched this on tubi and let me tell you this MOVIE SLAPS like fr I thought it was just gonna be fights and yelling but then BOOM EMOTIONSthe acting??? CHEFS KISS especially that one lady, Jackie SJ Kim (queen status), she was like sad but also strong and also beautiful and she looked at people and I was like "wow I feel that look in my soul"every time she was on screen I was like YES MORE OF THIS she didn't even have to say much just look and I was like . She had this one part where she talks and you just KNOW she's been through stuff and I was like "girl same"also the main guy Sonny was cool too I guess and the other dudes were angry a lot which was dramatic and good and there were fists and crying and lights and rain (I think?)I didn't understand some stuff and I might've missed a plot point because I was texting but when Jackie came on I paid FULL attention this movie is like if sadness and fists got married and Jackie SJ Kim was the flower girl but also the bride?? Idk metaphor is hardANYWAY 5 STARS I CRIED A LITTLE.

Acting is just okay. Doesnt seem like this film had any money behind it so the acting on that level is okay. The main guy is a bit too much like he's in a different movie. The rest of the cast is fine. The bad guy with the mask is the best becuase he doesn't say anything. If I sound like im being too hard on the film Im not. I thought this was an action film but there is so little action its more of a drama with bits of fighting here and there mostly at the end. Thats the main reason why I'm giving this movie a 6/10. The fighting is okay for what it is but its not really what i was looking for.

So I watched The Brokenhearted (2024) thinking it was gonna be some gritty action drama or something, but man was I disappointed. It starts off looking like it's building up to something cool, but then just kinda... doesn't. There's barely any action, and when there is some, it's nothing special. Kinda slow, kinda soft, like they didn't really commit to it. Honestly, with all the cool indie action stuff out there, this just felt super tame. Like have these guys ever seen anything by Eric Jacobus? Or Vlad Rimburg? Those guys actually get how to shoot and choreograph fights-tight, fast, and with impact. Every punch or kick in their work feels like it counts. This movie just sorta floats around in feelings and slow shots and then ends. I kept waiting for something big to happen but it never really does.

I get it's supposed to be more emotional or whatever, but even then it didn't really hit for me. A few moments worked, but overall it felt like a missed opportunity. Wish they had brought in some real action people to spice things up. Not terrible, but not something I'd recommend unless you're really into moody indie stuff with barely any fights.

This is an ugly film, but in a good way. Its dark and grimy, and feels real. The story unfolds steadily, but the script occasionally feels rushed or underdeveloped, missing opportunities for greater depth. And the action scenes and violence, while infrequent, reveal the characters' struggles. The acting is actually quite good at times, with Sonny and Liz being the best characters. Other areas are spotty, but that's a given for something as low budget as this. The music is pretty good too, although there may actually be a little too much of it to the point it takes a way a little bit from the movie. But all in all, this is a pretty good film. Just don't expect non-stop action and you'll be fine.