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Embattled

  • 2020
  • R
  • 1h 57m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
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Stephen Dorff and Darren Mann in Embattled (2020)
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A son aspires to follow in his famous MMA father's footsteps, but along his journey must figure out how to break the abusive cycle, if possible, that his father has continued.A son aspires to follow in his famous MMA father's footsteps, but along his journey must figure out how to break the abusive cycle, if possible, that his father has continued.A son aspires to follow in his famous MMA father's footsteps, but along his journey must figure out how to break the abusive cycle, if possible, that his father has continued.

  • Director
    • Nick Sarkisov
  • Writers
    • David McKenna
    • Frank Ragen
  • Stars
    • Elizabeth Reaser
    • Stephen Dorff
    • Drew Starkey
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.5/10
    4K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Nick Sarkisov
    • Writers
      • David McKenna
      • Frank Ragen
    • Stars
      • Elizabeth Reaser
      • Stephen Dorff
      • Drew Starkey
    • 64User reviews
    • 19Critic reviews
    • 56Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win total

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    • Director
      • Nick Sarkisov
    • Writers
      • David McKenna
      • Frank Ragen
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    9Top_Dawg_Critic

    A film that throws all the punches 👊 and then some

    Well, this film was not what I was expecting - and that's a good thing.

    Firstly, outstanding casting and performances, especially Darren Mann, and, I'd say an Oscar worthy performance by Stephen Dorff who channeled his inner Conor McGregor, and a drunk deadbeat father and ex, like a champ.

    At the start, I was a little lost in the story and it's characters. But then came to realize that even without the MMA storyline, this would've still been an outstanding film about a single mom due to an abusive past relationship, raising her kids on her own - one being in the autistic spectrum. Then add the story of her eldest son who's been manifesting the abusive past relationship with his father. Now how do we mix in some action into this story MMA style? Behold, Embattled.

    This is writer David McKenna's only 11th writing credit, and he nailed it like a seasoned screenwriter. This film is a different kind of fighter story, one where the consequences of the fight are more important than the win-loss records of its fighters. It's an unforgettable family dynamics drama, that merely uses MMA as a jumping off point to far more interesting realms about emotional catharsis, both for the characters and for the viewer. The emotional heft of this story makes this one of the best sports films I've seen in a long time.

    The cinematography was great and the score very fitting. The 117 min runtime felt a little long with the sometimes slow pacing, and I felt there were a little too many slow-mo shots. But considering this is amateur director Nick Sarkisov's 2nd ever dabble in filmmaking as producer and director, I'm going to be forgiving, because his directing otherwise, was on par with seasoned filmmakers, and for that, mad props and respect.

    I can finally say during these times of isolation, this is a must-see film, and I will certainly be watching it again. It's a well deserved 9/10 from me. To see my review and rating system, or more of my 1000+ reviews, simply click on my username.
    8klauslaw

    First good movie of 2020

    I really enjoyed this movie! I felt the character build up was very good. Kept me interested and I was happy wasn't just about fighting! I also thought the ending was done very well!
    6wjosephjorob

    Follow your own dreams

    What could have been another corny fight themed movie , turn quite compelling and sensitive because of the actors performances, A world famous MMA fighter with a extreme ego and lifestyle trains his teenage son to follow in his footsteps, but his abusive ways towards previous life gets in the way of progress, his former family suffered and continue to pick up the pieces and takes it's toll on his son, a altercation gets leaked from a family event, causes a rift between father and son, it's turns into a big MMA event pitting father against son, the battle turns into two individuals that have to battle their personal demons in the public and in the ring, the fight scenes were well put together , but the quiet moments between the cast and their interactions make this movie interesting and more watchable, you root for the son to mature and follow his own dream and guide his life in a more stable way, you applaud him also for being a loving brother to his special needs brother and loyal son to his mother and help her keep their lives from falling apart, his father is a monster , person who soul is tormented by abuse and all the success in the world, don't cure that , the conclusion of the film that did not have a real resolution, and that to me was the only real problem, I had with this film, overall watchable movie that touches on a real sensitive issue of domestic violence from a different point of view.
    8tocanepauli

    A very powerful movie

    A very powerful and well meaning story . It's about abuse and abusive relationships and families and how they cope. Very well acted and directed. Real characters. Very good fight scenes and sub stories. A highly recommended film.
    Gordon-11

    I am surprised by how attached I feel to the characters

    I don't really like boxing, but this film is very engaging. It tells a complex story of right or wrong, father-and-son relationship and domestic violence. This film is not just about fights, but about how you can be a good person. I am surprised by how attached I feel to the characters.

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    • Release date
      • November 20, 2020 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Під ударом
    • Filming locations
      • Birmingham, Alabama, USA
    • Production companies
      • Blitz Films
      • La Costa Productions
      • Wild League Productions
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $32,259
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $15,141
      • Nov 22, 2020
    • Gross worldwide
      • $32,259
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      1 hour 57 minutes
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