Title: American Fighter
Year: 2020
Genre: Action, Drama
Rating: 6.1
Cast: Tommy Flanagan, Sean Patrick Flanery, Bryan Craig, Allison Paige, Salome Azizi
Description: Forget the predictable underdog story; "American Fighter" (2020) burrows deep beneath the surface, exploring the corrosive nature of ambition and the price of unwavering dedication. The film’s visceral fight choreography is breathtaking, but it's the quiet moments, the internal struggles etched onto the protagonist's face, that truly resonate. While the narrative occasionally stumbles, the raw emotional core of the film, its unflinching portrayal of self-destruction and redemption, elevates it beyond the typical sports drama. "American Fighter" isn't just about winning; it's a gripping examination of what it means to truly fight for something, even if it means losing yourself in the process.