Day of the Fight (2023 film)

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Day of the Fight
Day of the Fight 2023 film poster.jpg
Theatrical release poster
Directed by Jack Huston
Written byJack Huston
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyPeter Simonite
Edited by Joe Klotz
Music byBen MacDiarmid
Production
companies
  • Cysa Films
  • Akrasia Films
  • Shrink Media
  • First Love Films
Distributed byFalling Forward Films
Release dates
  • September 5, 2023 (2023-09-05)(Venice)
  • November 15, 2024 (2024-11-15)(limited)
Running time
108 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Day of the Fight is a 2023 American drama film written and directed by Jack Huston in his directorial debut. It stars Michael Pitt, Nicolette Robinson, John Magaro, Steve Buscemi, Ron Perlman, and Joe Pesci. It premiered at the 80th Venice International Film Festival on September 5, 2023.

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Plot

Follows a once-renowned boxer (Pitt) as he takes a redemptive journey through his past and present, on the day of his first fight since he left prison.

Cast

Production

In December 2022, it was announced that production on the film had begun in New York and New Jersey. [1] In June 2023, it was announced that principal photography had been completed. [2]

Release

In 2024, Falling Forward Films had acquired the U.S. distribution rights, and set a limited release date for November 15, followed shortly by a nationwide expansion, with intent on qualifying for the upcoming awards season. [3] The film premiered at the 80th Venice International Film Festival on September 5, 2023. [4]

Reception

On Rotten Tomatoes , 71% of 7 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 5.7/10. [5]

Guy Lodge of Variety gave the film a positive review and wrote, "The light and shade here is all in Peter Simonite's splendid, inky-shadowed monochrome lensing; Huston's visual sense outweighs his screenwriting." [6]

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References

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