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salamancaJul 31, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The premise of this movie certainly showed some promise. Jake Gyllenhaal's performance was great. But man oh man. The writing is where this movie took the biggest hit.

Southpaw is emotionally manipulative to a serious fault. Terrible events happen one after another, and characters offer little to no comic relief to pad the otherwise unbelievable melodrama. More often than not, the writing doesn't land where it's supposed to. It ranges from cruel to unrealistic to downright laughable at times.

The film spends so much energy trying to make audiences cry, even when it makes absolutely no sense for the characters. There is one cringeworthy scene between Gyllenhaal and his daughter, where just when it looks like his daughter will reconcile with her father and go to one of his boxing matches, she absolutely flips out when he says he's not allowed to bring her there. She starts slapping him over and over again, and even goes as far as saying "I wish it had been YOU that got killed. Not mom." Uhm... Holy s***. Talk about out of left field.

Unfortunately it was at this point that the movie started to unravel for me. I started to realize how senselessly sad the movie was trying to be without any real logic or reason for doing so. One, or even a few tragedies back to back make sense and stay well within the bounds of realism. But when every single scene is trying to be exploitative with no logic or reason for doing so, and there's no comic relief to lessen the depth of despair on-screen, it starts to come apart. By the time Forest Whitaker revealed that one of his young trainees died, I was so disengaged that I could only chuckle to myself about the pointless tragedy being shoved down my throat.

All the melodrama could've been at least mildly forgiven if the payoff at the end was substantial. But even the end is relatively anticlimactic, tying an unrewarding bow on top of an already disheveled package.

Don't go see this movie unless you're all for manipulative writing and pointless sadness. If you love those things, you'll love this movie.… Expand

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AliceofXAug 25, 2015

Southpaw is a film that had a potential to be really good but it failed to achieve that goal. The cast is great and give us good and believable characters and if the film had a better plot they could have really shined. Jake Gyllenhaal givesSouthpaw is a film that had a potential to be really good but it failed to achieve that goal. The cast is great and give us good and believable characters and if the film had a better plot they could have really shined. Jake Gyllenhaal gives another great performance and I wish his character could have had a better story.

Instead the story is clichéd and very derivative. Some films can make it work despite all that but Southpaw brought nothing to make it truly well liked and is therefore placed amid mediocrity.

Without going into plot spoilers I will only say my biggest problem was with the contrived drama. It seemed fake and over Hollywood-ized. It went against the sense of realism that the movie was trying to build. Basically full of those moments where the music gets sad and you're supposed to get sad because they tell you to but you don't because the story has not been built good enough.

Which is not to say I didn't enjoy it all. Some parts were interesting but they don't really come together to a pleasing whole. Southpaw might be a good watch at home, on the TV, but for the big screen there is nothing grand about it.… Expand

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Friskytiger81Sep 24, 2015

I was never expecting an original work of art in the underdog boxing oeuvre, but when the trailer shows the most dramatic turn, it's tough to be surprised. Again, Gyllenhaal's performance saves an otherwise lackluster script that first castedI was never expecting an original work of art in the underdog boxing oeuvre, but when the trailer shows the most dramatic turn, it's tough to be surprised. Again, Gyllenhaal's performance saves an otherwise lackluster script that first casted Eminem (Eminem, folks) as the lead. That movie would have felt more like a biopic of the little white guy in Mike Tyson's Punchout.… Expand

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CapnAwesomeSep 12, 2015

Great acting Gyllenhaal in this movie, but the story was a bit too drawn out and too fantastic for my liking. Going into this movie, I was expecting more fighting scenes rather than Hope's character struggles.
Good movie, but it could'veGreat acting Gyllenhaal in this movie, but the story was a bit too drawn out and too fantastic for my liking. Going into this movie, I was expecting more fighting scenes rather than Hope's character struggles.
Good movie, but it could've been more exciting.… Expand

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moviecritic68Sep 16, 2015

The overall rating for this movie is a little too high for my liking. Most of the performances were played out well but the story itself was dull & predictable. I agree with others on the overuse of cliches. Would recommend to others toThe overall rating for this movie is a little too high for my liking. Most of the performances were played out well but the story itself was dull & predictable. I agree with others on the overuse of cliches. Would recommend to others to wait until out on DVD.… Expand

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jferOct 6, 2015

So, how come in this "Southpaw" movie the first thing you notice is that the boxer have no southpaw stance? Am I wrong or what?? For me it was dissapointing from the very beginning of the film, didn´t even finish watching it.

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Rebecca31Nov 8, 2015

I must say I thoroughly enjoyed this movie, a terrific performance by Jake Gyllenhaal, keeping up the great track record. Writing by Kurt Sutter and music by the late James Horner alongside a perfectly chosen supporting cast (except for 50I must say I thoroughly enjoyed this movie, a terrific performance by Jake Gyllenhaal, keeping up the great track record. Writing by Kurt Sutter and music by the late James Horner alongside a perfectly chosen supporting cast (except for 50 cent but I'll let that slide) you get a highly entertaining and intense movie. Recommended.… Expand

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IzagoDec 21, 2018

Um filme legal com ótimo elenco, a história simples de alguém tentando dar a volta por cima, mas eu penso ele era o campeão mundial de tudo sem nunca ter perdido mais de 40 lutas e ele tinha mais o que aprender? Eu achei muito estranho, oUm filme legal com ótimo elenco, a história simples de alguém tentando dar a volta por cima, mas eu penso ele era o campeão mundial de tudo sem nunca ter perdido mais de 40 lutas e ele tinha mais o que aprender? Eu achei muito estranho, o filme é totalmente previsível e segue como o esperado.… Expand

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BroyaxNov 9, 2020

Il s’agit grosso merdo d’une mauvaise copie d’un Rocky (plutôt le troisième du nom, je dirais) mais avec une grosse couche pas fraiche de guimauve défraichie et maladroite. Ainsi, ce boxeur au faite de sa gloire se retrouve-t-il à la suiteIl s’agit grosso merdo d’une mauvaise copie d’un Rocky (plutôt le troisième du nom, je dirais) mais avec une grosse couche pas fraiche de guimauve défraichie et maladroite. Ainsi, ce boxeur au faite de sa gloire se retrouve-t-il à la suite d’évènements amenés très maladroitement eux aussi (mais qui a écrit des conneries pareilles, on se le demande) tout en bas de l’échelle, accablé par le malheur…

Alors (et la suite est toute écrite et toute prévisible) avec sa rage, il va remonter la pente et revenir sur le devant de la scène… après un entraînement à l’ancienne avec un vieux con pontifiant (Forest Whitaker… qui ne court pas). Jake Gyllenhaal est certes un bon acteur mais il surjoue un peu trop ici, la faute à son personnage caricatural qui ne vaut certainement pas le si sympathique et simplet mais très attachant Rocky de jadis…!

Il faut dire en outre que si les combats sont fort bien filmés, ils sont hélas dilués dans pas mal de longueurs (et de guimauve à deux dollars) avant et après chacun d’eux. Par ailleurs, comme dit plus avant, difficile de croire à ce tissu de conneries qui veut se faire passer pour un scénario digne de ce nom… or, il ne reste qu’un scénar indigne et surtout un pur scénar de nanar mais ici avec plus d’argent que d’habitude ! bref, c’est vraiment très mauvais !… Expand

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killab1984Jul 24, 2015

Great movie, Super emotional, cast is beyond on point. Boxing movies are always going to have the same cliches but thats just part of the game. a must see for any fight fan. It's a look at life behind the scenes that may make you question howGreat movie, Super emotional, cast is beyond on point. Boxing movies are always going to have the same cliches but thats just part of the game. a must see for any fight fan. It's a look at life behind the scenes that may make you question how much your fav fighters really gave up to put on a show.… Expand

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sanserifJul 29, 2015

I walked into the movie without expectations... It was pretty bad. I started falling asleep. I know it's a boxing movie and it's range is pretty limited in terms of story beats. But c'mon, it was pretty boring. The script just didn't have anyI walked into the movie without expectations... It was pretty bad. I started falling asleep. I know it's a boxing movie and it's range is pretty limited in terms of story beats. But c'mon, it was pretty boring. The script just didn't have any meat to it. Everything Forrest Whitaker said was really trite and there was no profound, inspiring moment to take away. The final thing he says to inspire Jake Gyllenhaal was something to the effect of 'Now go beat his ass!'. Not sure if the coaches really inspire boxers like that but... ugh. That kind of writing is not worth my money. TV has better writing these days.

However - Props to Jake Gyllenhaal for the transformation. He plays a great 'jock'. Too bad the film felt really uninspired.… Expand

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StevieGJDAug 14, 2015

Jake Gyllenhaal is absolutely terrific in this film. His performance is stunning. While she is on the screen, Rachel McAdams is excellent too. But the movie otherwise is extremely manipulative, very obvious, jam packed full of cliches andJake Gyllenhaal is absolutely terrific in this film. His performance is stunning. While she is on the screen, Rachel McAdams is excellent too. But the movie otherwise is extremely manipulative, very obvious, jam packed full of cliches and bursting with generalized caricatures (the trainer/mentor with a heart of gold, the evil promoter, the petulant child, and the purely and unredeemingly evil opponent). And I'll say this: 50 Cent is a great rapper. But he is a stiff as an actor. He has a celebrity cache that many find appealing. But the guy really cannot act. If you don't know what's going to happen at the end of the movie as soon as the major conflict arises, then you either haven't read enough or seen enough movies to understand how these sorts of melodramatic cliche stories traditionally resolve. I remember loving the first Rocky movie when I was a little kid, when it came out. Many of the "boxing picture" cliches were extant in that film. But I didn't know it then because I was a kid. Yet Apollo Creed's character had depth and was more than just "the evil bad guy." What got worse as the Rocky movies went on was that the villains got dumber. This movie just jumps straight to the worst possible bad guy in the world. Just terrible writing. While I was watching it, I knew a number of people were going to like it, but I also knew it was just not a very good movie. What a waste of a great acting performance.… Expand

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TheKavehJAug 6, 2015

The music and parts of it are great, but I felt that Southpaw got out of focus in the middle of the movie. Jake Gylenhall and all the other stars were amazing, but the movie lost me in the middle.

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MadMaxFuryRoadAug 31, 2015

Once again Director Antoine Fuqua delivers one of the best dramas of the year. I've been a fan of his since Training Day and The Equalizer was just really good. Now, coming to Southpaw, I thought the trailer was really good, but might spoilOnce again Director Antoine Fuqua delivers one of the best dramas of the year. I've been a fan of his since Training Day and The Equalizer was just really good. Now, coming to Southpaw, I thought the trailer was really good, but might spoil too much. Then I saw this, and WOW, I realized I shouldn't have seen the trailer. First if all,(it's pretty obvious), Jake Gyllenhaal can really act into many different roles. He is really good in this film and so is Forest Whitaker. Oona Laurence is also pretty good too. But how Fuqua directed this with his own style was just so fun to watch, and I really want to see the next movie of his. Toward, the last half of the movie, the film did start to drag and I could see some people saying it was bad, but really you gotta see this movie, as this is one of those unique movies that has an actor really into his role. Also side-note: this film was much more bloodier than I expected.… Expand

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ToFewViewsOct 25, 2015

This movie shows the story of boxer Billy Hope (Jake Gyllenhaal) getting his life turned upside down after a tragic event and his struggle to get it back together for his young daughter. You get to see Hope at the top, plummet to the bottomThis movie shows the story of boxer Billy Hope (Jake Gyllenhaal) getting his life turned upside down after a tragic event and his struggle to get it back together for his young daughter. You get to see Hope at the top, plummet to the bottom and then work his way back up. Along side Gyllenhaal, Southpaw stars Rachel McAdams, Forest Whitaker and 50 Cent! Written by Sons Of Anarchy writer, Kurt Sutter, and backed by Eminem (who was originally going to star as Hope) and his people taking care of the music side, this film is hard hitting and intense throughout it. I spent the movie waiting for Eminem's "Phenomenal" to start playing and it comes in at such a perfect spot. Gyllenhaalhas been picking great roles in movies recently and becomes completely immersed in the roll, I recognized him only by his face, he changes completely for the roll. All in all, this movie has a good story, different from the typical underdog boxing story, some serious fighting and quite good acting overall, especially a great performance from Gyllenhaal. Definitely worth the watch, sports movie fans will enjoy this one.… Expand

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FilmPhonicJul 25, 2015

We’ve come to expect a certain level of intensity from a Jake Gyllenhaal film in recent years and ‘Southpaw’ is no exception, the dramatic performance out of the ring is strong but the dedication shown to becoming utterly convincing as a proWe’ve come to expect a certain level of intensity from a Jake Gyllenhaal film in recent years and ‘Southpaw’ is no exception, the dramatic performance out of the ring is strong but the dedication shown to becoming utterly convincing as a pro boxer is extraordinary, even from him.

With the help of former pro-boxer and trainer-to-the-stars Terry Claybon, Gyllenhaal had only 8 months to not only physically transform into a peak-conditioned boxer without looking like a bodybuilder, but also had to learn to box from scratch by living full-time as a fighter.

The result is a brutally honest and convincing portrayal of a prize-fighter, although to the trained eye he might not look like the undefeated light-heavyweight world champ “Billy Hope” is supposed to be, it’s about as close as an actor with no boxing background is likely to get.

It’s really a great shame then that for all his efforts, Gyllenhaal ‘s monumental performance only just manages to carry along a story that’s painfully predicable and recycles multiple clichés in fight and sport film history, not to mention every riches-to-rags and redemption story too.

‘Southpaw’ was originally set to star rapper Eminem in a boxing drama mirroring his own life, but although the star and director changed, the story remained a gritty but unoriginal and melodramatic narrative which ultimately feels like a missed opportunity.

The Bottom Line…
Jake Gyllenhaal’s extraordinary transformation and utterly convincing performance make an all too familiar and uninspired story watchable enough, ultimately though ‘Southpaw’ could have been so much more but Gyllenhaal’s reputation as a top actor of his generation remains untarnished.… Expand

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VillahJul 25, 2015

This movie is amazing. Sure it can pretty cliche at times but it's so entertaining, funny, and intense all the way through. And don't even get me started on Jake Gyllenhaal's acting. It was superb. This movie is a must watch.

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BrianMcCriticNov 29, 2015

Saw this after Creed and while it didn't live up to that Southpaw still packs a punch. You really root for Billy Hope to turn his life around mainly because of Jake Gyllenhaal's performance. The only downside was though I was rooting forSaw this after Creed and while it didn't live up to that Southpaw still packs a punch. You really root for Billy Hope to turn his life around mainly because of Jake Gyllenhaal's performance. The only downside was though I was rooting for the character, I never got emotionally invested enough. An extremely well made film as well and in the end the film got the job done. B+… Expand

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MarickOct 18, 2015

I do not know how, but this film managed to get into my head very easily. Does he have something not found in many movies .

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mboner1Sep 6, 2015

Predictable hollywood trash over acted by 2 of the most overrated actors going around in jake Gyllenhaal and forest whitaker. I would be surprised if anyone got fooled in to caring about any of the paper thin characters in this movie. Terrible.

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MadMaxFuryRoad2Nov 22, 2015

Could not even get through this movie, even with Jake Gyllenhaal's abs all in the screen. If you want a boxing movie, there are at least 3 that are worth watching before even giving this one a passing glance. Watch Edison's old movies of catsCould not even get through this movie, even with Jake Gyllenhaal's abs all in the screen. If you want a boxing movie, there are at least 3 that are worth watching before even giving this one a passing glance. Watch Edison's old movies of cats boxing before this one. Just play Eminem over it and it's so much better than this trash pile.… Expand

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foxgroveJul 29, 2015

Southpaw is the title, but very poor is the verdict of this seen it all before boxing movie which is an over long bore. Harvey Weinstein has gone on record as saying that this is the movie that will win Star Jake Gyllenhaal an Oscar. However,Southpaw is the title, but very poor is the verdict of this seen it all before boxing movie which is an over long bore. Harvey Weinstein has gone on record as saying that this is the movie that will win Star Jake Gyllenhaal an Oscar. However, Gyllenhaal is so badly let down by a dire script that hangs out every cliché known to the boxing movie genre, that I don’t believe any self- respecting Academy member would allow that to happen. In truth Gyllenhaal is fine, and definitely the best thing about the overwrought melodrama that this is, but his performance is no classic in the making. The film is essentially a paint by numbers exercise where the direction is uneven at best and laboured at worst. Director Antoine Fuqua (now there’s a name to conjure with) prolongs almost every scene beyond endurance. The first half an hour is a lot of talk and the film only starts to get to grips with a semblance of a storyline following a fatal shooting. From here on in cliché follows cliché as the film tries to out- do ‘Rocky’ with no success. Basically this is about a boxer falling from the top to the bottom, losing his daughter along the way and doing everything to get both her and his successful boxing career back to the original status quo. The awful script is manipulative and there are many emotional moments for anyone buying into this predictable rubbish. The scenes with the daughter are squirm inducing, especially the one in which she keeps slapping her father for letting her down. Even the climatic fight is drained of any tension as one knows the outcome due to the obvious nature of the film. Subtlety surprise or originality are nowhere to be found here. The editing also misses a trick and it is rare for a fight scene to be so singularly lacking any tension or power. Overall this is film making at its worst. Commercial, unoriginal and just plain dull.… Expand

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boredthorAug 18, 2015

A better flick than most of the latter dramas. I dunno about the critics side of this movie review, but the real audience should have no problem enjoying this film. It keeps you entertained for the whole length and leaves a satisfying tasteA better flick than most of the latter dramas. I dunno about the critics side of this movie review, but the real audience should have no problem enjoying this film. It keeps you entertained for the whole length and leaves a satisfying taste afterwards. Gyllenhaal's performance is as solid and believable as ever and I commend his for that. Story has its flows, but the whole experience is a good emotional rollercoaster. Go take a ride and disregard everything "blend" you heard about this movie. Its really good.… Expand

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yekimevolAug 6, 2015

Fantastic movie, great story from Kurt Sutter destroy the main charter down to his very core and rebuilding him and Jake Gyllenhaal surprised me in his fantastic portrayal of the character.

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Compi24Aug 22, 2015

In "Southpaw," Antoine Fuqua, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Kurt Sutter fire on all cylinders with a powerfully enduring story that's performed brilliantly and shot with a steady, focused hand.

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StuckOnReviewsJul 29, 2015

Great drama, one of the best I've seen in a very long time, and this is coming from Kurt Sutter (Sons of Anarchy) he wrote an excellent movie that tells the tale of sports, addiction, grief, and pure frigging talent. Great acting from JakeGreat drama, one of the best I've seen in a very long time, and this is coming from Kurt Sutter (Sons of Anarchy) he wrote an excellent movie that tells the tale of sports, addiction, grief, and pure frigging talent. Great acting from Jake Gyllenhaal and Rachel Mcadams, heck even Forrest Whitaker plays a good trainer, if you want a good movie to go see with your wife or girlfriend or just by yourself, see it.… Expand

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gab19Jul 31, 2015

Awesome movie, not just about boxing but about real life and emotions I love how the movie makes you care about the characters struggle makes you really root for him. jake gyllenhaal really deserves an Oscar for this film for theAwesome movie, not just about boxing but about real life and emotions I love how the movie makes you care about the characters struggle makes you really root for him. jake gyllenhaal really deserves an Oscar for this film for the transformation in the film. Abit of a rocky cliche but it is written so well that I didn't mind it.… Expand

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ShibasishJul 25, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jack Gyllenhaal has given another performance worth nomination. It's not only a boxing film, but a film with emotion, drama, human values which connects the chord. The father - daughter relationship will make you cry. A person who has lost everything, his wife, daughter, fortune.....how he comes back. Yes this is a story of hope. This is a story which will make you think to look back in your own real life and give one more big effort, to accomplish what you have not succeeded before… Expand

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CopaAug 23, 2015

This movie has simply everything!Good family drama, good boxing scenes cool training,Eminem song,a good story for a fighter!I really enjoyed watching it and i recommend it no doubt!

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NicoteenJan 17, 2016

Southpaw
points based review:

Story: 7.8 (good)
Genre-Rating: 8.2 (very good)
Effects, camera and performance: 8.3 (very good)
Cast: 7.9 (good)

OVERALL RATING: 8.0 (very good)

8.0 = 8

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ThegodfathersonJul 25, 2015

We know from what direction its punches will be coming, but the drama, visualization, and strength of its cast help Southpaw deliver a flurry of genuine emotion to its audience.

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DanniBoiJul 28, 2015

This movie has the most incredible united cast that I have seen in a LONG TIME.

There is so much that I can say about it, but I shall say (write) this. Every single scene and acting is beyond believable and immerse, this movie takes you toThis movie has the most incredible united cast that I have seen in a LONG TIME.

There is so much that I can say about it, but I shall say (write) this. Every single scene and acting is beyond believable and immerse, this movie takes you to a emotional roller coaster of desire and deceptions of each feeling each character has and shares trough their acting very heavy and in a intensive passive way. (watch it you'll know)

The movie is well edited, the fight editions camera angles are extremely well made and very believable like if you see it in TV. But, for me, it was a personal "intimated edition" (if I can call it like that) in which you feel though out the movie the sincere and honest emotions that this movie shares all around... and not only from the main actor shoes.

The movie is one of those few movies that keeps you from the edge of your seat. I recommend this movie with my eyes close. A truly spectacular experience.… Expand

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TVJerryJul 30, 2015

You've probably seen the photos of Jake Gyllenhaal's new ripped body. It's only the outward manifestation of his well-defined and richly riveting character. He plays a boxing champ who loses virtually everything and struggles to recover hisYou've probably seen the photos of Jake Gyllenhaal's new ripped body. It's only the outward manifestation of his well-defined and richly riveting character. He plays a boxing champ who loses virtually everything and struggles to recover his life and, more importantly, the custody of his daughter (an equally impressive performance by young Oona Laurence). Director Antoine Fuqua uses his mastery of the form to create many compelling moments and outstanding images. Expectedly, there are several extended, but not especially original boxing scenes. This film might have more effective if there were moments of humor to lighten the load. As it stands, the potential for a truly powerful picture is weakened by its relentless seriousness. Gyllenhaal's performance is impressive, but the plot's predictability, the director's heavy handedness and the harsh dark drama impede its full potential.… Expand

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quincytheodoreOct 5, 2015

Proving that old routine, when delivered properly, can still be a knockout.

There's a simple combo in boxing called "one-two", which is a jab followed by a cross, it's a basic move familiar to boxers. Southpaw has the same essence, youProving that old routine, when delivered properly, can still be a knockout.

There's a simple combo in boxing called "one-two", which is a jab followed by a cross, it's a basic move familiar to boxers. Southpaw has the same essence, you might see it coming, yet the production and acting are amazing, it still makes for an effective spectacle. Jake Gyllenhaal especially has produced one of his most engaging performances, it's no understatement that the film rests on his shoulder and he carries with beyond mediocrity.

Story is admittedly unoriginal. It's a boxer's struggle to get his life together after an incident, one has seen this premise in Rocky and practically many other similar movies. A bit difference is it opens when Billy Hope (Jake Gyllenhaal) is on the peak of his career. Usually, boxing movie doesn't depict much what happens during or after the big fights, so the slight chance in direction is welcomed.

What follows is pretty much expected journey of self-discovery through much hardship. There's so much focus on Jake Gyllenhaal and he doesn't disappoint in the slightest. His boxer persona is ridden with rage, occasionally socially awkward and pretty much unable to cope. It's these flaws that made him identifiable and halfway through audience would root for him like it's an actual title fight.

Other cast like Forest Whitaker, Curtis Jackson and the little Oona Laurence bring the story together. Granted, each represents a stereotype, but the relationships, either it's dysfunctional or platonic serves Billy's character development very well. The father-daughter bond is impressively done, it's the best family display after Matthew McConaughey's Interstellar.

There are a few flaws though. Some of the plot devices feel forced as though it for the sake of setting the scenario and the antagonists are excessively vilified. However, there's a degree of effort to make this a legitimate boxing film. Details such as the technical aspects, preparation and life style are present, boxing fans wouldn't be disappointed.

Southpaw is, objectively, an overused story, but the energy from production and brilliant performance by Jake Gyllenhaal are so infectiously inspiring and uplifting.… Expand

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Bruce722Dec 25, 2015

Is Jake Gyllenhaal the best actor in Hollywood? Honestly, movies like Southpaw make that a question worth asking. He has delivered amazing role after amazing role recently and this is arguably his best effort. He not only physicallyIs Jake Gyllenhaal the best actor in Hollywood? Honestly, movies like Southpaw make that a question worth asking. He has delivered amazing role after amazing role recently and this is arguably his best effort. He not only physically transforms himself for roles but he makes you forget you're watching a film. Him, Whitaker, and McAdams all do incredibly in what is one of the best fight films ever made. The heart, the emotion, the plot and character development, it's all there.… Expand

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3ebfan511Jul 17, 2017

One of the cheesiest and predictable movies I have seen in a long time, it was so predictable I actually had to fast-forward through the last 20 or 30 minutes...and was completely correct in what would happen. I happen to watch boxingOne of the cheesiest and predictable movies I have seen in a long time, it was so predictable I actually had to fast-forward through the last 20 or 30 minutes...and was completely correct in what would happen. I happen to watch boxing occasionally so I found the movie just pretty boring. Watching a real fight would be more interesting. Even a boring fight, would be more interesting than a cheesy "fake" fight for a movie. The only reason it gets a 4 and not a 1 though were the redeeming qualities of Gylenhalls performance which was pretty good, and the first 30-45 minutes of the film were also pretty well done. After that...it was all down-hill into cheesy, predictable, bad boring movie garbage. Virtually EVERY boxing film I have seen of the last 5-10 years were all better than this mediocre film. Had potential but failed at delivering and ended up being less interesting than watching an actual fight. If you like predictable films, and "over-wrenching" acting and plots, with no subtleness, than you might enjoy this banal movie.… Expand

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SpangleJan 20, 2016

Is Southpaw cliched and generic? Yes. It is your typical boxing movie. If you do not like boxing movies and sports movies in general, you will not like Southpaw. However, though I find the sports cliches boring, I do greatly enjoy boxingIs Southpaw cliched and generic? Yes. It is your typical boxing movie. If you do not like boxing movies and sports movies in general, you will not like Southpaw. However, though I find the sports cliches boring, I do greatly enjoy boxing movies and Southpaw is no exception. A brilliant blending of the boxing subgenre and melodrama, Southpaw effectively provokes your emotions throughout and really gets you going. Honestly, I felt like I wanted to go out and box somebody after watching this film, which is a great feeling. Though generic, Southpaw has a really great cinematic quality to it that I can only describe as "movie magic". It really lights a fire under you and inspires you to get on out there. However, it is imperfect. Aside from being cliched, Southpaw hints at some other subplots that it never really explores, making you wonder why the heck they were there to begin with. Fortunately, the direction from Antoine Fuqua is electric and really picks up where the script slacks off and, even better, Jake Gyllenhaal is phenomenal. Honestly, in a career full of great performances, this has to be up there for him. He is truly entrancing as Billy Hope and really captures the true essence of the character perfectly. You are rooting for him at the same time you recognize that he is incredibly troubled. Forest Whitaker is also very good here. Overall, Southpaw is your stereotypical boxing movie, but I happen to like boxing movies, so I really liked it even if it is cliche.… Expand

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joeyriosAug 4, 2015

Wait, a 57?! WHAT IS WRONG WITH CRITICS? Southpaw is marvelously paced and extremely fast paced. If I were the academy, I'd give an Oscar nom to Jake for Best Actor and two noms for Supporting Actors, Forrest Whitaker and Rachel McAdams. TheyWait, a 57?! WHAT IS WRONG WITH CRITICS? Southpaw is marvelously paced and extremely fast paced. If I were the academy, I'd give an Oscar nom to Jake for Best Actor and two noms for Supporting Actors, Forrest Whitaker and Rachel McAdams. They made the entire movie a beautiful and heart-stopping experience.… Expand

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bfoore90Oct 30, 2015

Props to Jake Gyllenhall for bring the goods for this film, While its premise shows promise, the writing and script were what initially brought this movie down.This movie follows every single every sport's movie cliche you can imagine, almostProps to Jake Gyllenhall for bring the goods for this film, While its premise shows promise, the writing and script were what initially brought this movie down.This movie follows every single every sport's movie cliche you can imagine, almost doing nothing to switch things up or make things different for the payoff in the end. Gyllenhall's performance does enough to carry this movie and make it watchable but in the end, this movie was not much more than a muddled and depressing "Million Dollar Baby" ripoff. I can see where it could entertain some but it does nothing but beat you over the head with depressing and terrible events trying to make you cry but it manages to seem unbelievable that someone could have just that bad of luck with no sense of relief at all, not even in the end. Now, I understand sports movies can be like that but come on, "Warrior," "Rocky" and "Million Dollar Baby" beat you over the head with the same nonesense and you just feel like towards the end that youve seen all of this before.… Expand

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ydnar4Aug 28, 2015

The best place to start with this movie is with the star Jake Gyllenhaal. This guy has managed to transform himself again into a completely different character. Once again I was completely engulfed by his performance and he lost himself inThe best place to start with this movie is with the star Jake Gyllenhaal. This guy has managed to transform himself again into a completely different character. Once again I was completely engulfed by his performance and he lost himself in another role. He has been on a roll after some great performances in Prisoners and Nightcrawler last year. Gyllenhaal has been aggressively hunting for his first Oscar nomination and even more so after being snubbed last year for Nightcrawler. This performance may not be better than Nightcrawler’s but Soutpaw is a completely different film and its not just an acting showcase but its also a great achievement for director Antoine Fuqua. Gyllenhaal showed a lot of dedication for his role by working incredibly hard in order to get in shape. He has never looked this fit in any other film.

Forest Whitaker is also outstanding in this movie. He is just the perfect fit for a boxing training. He is naturally a pretty big guy and he brings his A-game for this role. I’m sure the academy has got to put both Gyllenhaal and Whitaker’s performances in consideration for the 2016 Oscars although I do not think that they are guaranteed to be nominated. Rachael McAdams was great in this movie and 50 Cent. Who knew 50 Cent was actually a good actor? This is definitely the best role I’ve seen him play.

Southpaw is certainly one off Antoine Fuqua’s best films. This film is very emotionally engaging and there were several times where this movie really gave me the chills. The boxing was very well directed which is obviously very important and its sometimes overlooked. From a direction stand point this film might be the best Fuqua has done to date which is pretty impressive considering some of his past works.

This film is great but is still not perfect. Boxing films do have their clichés and Southpaw does not completely avoid them. There are some resemblances to Rocky, Million Dollar Baby and other boxing films, but for the most part I was able to overlook that because of the great performances and direction. The other small issue that I had with this film was the young girl played by Oona Laurence. I know that kids are not easy to work with and this young girl was really good in most of his scenes but there were just a few issues in some scenes and her performance just wasn’t quite consistent. Despite these issues I really enjoyed Southpaw and I would recommend this film to any movie fan.… Expand

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michael1208Aug 8, 2015

Even with its predictable plot throughout the entire film, it is well crafted thanks to the balanced mixed of its own drama and the bloody fist fighting sequences. While it offers nothing fresh, it is a production that leads audiences goingEven with its predictable plot throughout the entire film, it is well crafted thanks to the balanced mixed of its own drama and the bloody fist fighting sequences. While it offers nothing fresh, it is a production that leads audiences going through characters study, each and every consequences of their acts, as well as a journey to finding back the strength that has been masked by protagonist's self-centered behavior and arrogance. The main asset of the film is definitely Jake Gyllenhaal himself who has incredibly executing the bad tempered, brutal and depressing characteristics of Billy Hope. James Horner has done an amazing job in composing the scores which intensify the emotional engagement and dark moments faced by the characters especially in one of the impressive scene when Oona Laurence who played Leila blaming the fault of her dad. Other than the boxing theme, audiences might have seen the story for times but the inspiring messages such as we couldn't control everything in our lives and God always has a plan to teach us a lesson are worth for a watch.… Expand

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Movi3R3vi3werAug 5, 2015

‪Southpaw‬ doesn't try anything new to change the boxing genre. If you've seen any boxing movie ever than you'll most likely predict this movie from start to finish. However, this movie is so well directed and written it over comes the‪Southpaw‬ doesn't try anything new to change the boxing genre. If you've seen any boxing movie ever than you'll most likely predict this movie from start to finish. However, this movie is so well directed and written it over comes the cliches. While not an easy film to watch, it's 100% worth your time, the boxing scenes are handled excellently and the characters are all realized. And of course Jake Gyllenhaal is (as Eminem's song states) phenomenal.… Expand

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MattBrady99Aug 11, 2015

Well this review is a bit late, and the reason for that is well there was a lot of things on my plate for the last couple of weeks, so many old & new movies to watch that I completely forgotten this movie. But here I am bringing you a reviewWell this review is a bit late, and the reason for that is well there was a lot of things on my plate for the last couple of weeks, so many old & new movies to watch that I completely forgotten this movie. But here I am bringing you a review of Southpaw.

Southpaw was decent flick with many flaws. Jake Gyllenhaal dose a terrific performance in this movie has he put in the energy and the hard work into this character. Oona Laurence was also great in this movie and so was Rachel McAdams and Forest Whitaker. The movie is a little bit cliche at times and it's pretty predictable since it's doing the tragic story with Gyllenhaal putting his life back together kind of plot line. Overall it was an okay movie.… Expand

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BioWalkureJan 12, 2016

I was going into this expecting a "slug-fest" sort of movie, like the old Rocky movies, but instead received one part boxing and two parts personal struggle outside the ring. While it wasn't what I was expecting, it did well enough as it was.I was going into this expecting a "slug-fest" sort of movie, like the old Rocky movies, but instead received one part boxing and two parts personal struggle outside the ring. While it wasn't what I was expecting, it did well enough as it was. While the story was somewhat (or perhaps a little more than such) predictable, it still evoked emotion when wanted to. When it wanted you to feel happiness, a smile spread across your face. When it wanted you to feel sadness, your eyes teared up, or a tear or two escaped and rolled down your cheek.

It wasn't all about the fights, like I was expecting, as I've said. It was more of an artsy movie, focusing in on a man's fall from grace and rekindled "Hope" and drive to come back out on top. Personally, while it wasn't what I expected, it certainly had a near perfect balance of fighting (exterior conflict) and personal struggle (internal conflict; such as anger management, alcoholism, and depression). I give it an 8 for 1.) Jake Gyllenhaal's acting, 2.) the movie's ability to evoke particular emotions at particular moments, and 3.) the brilliance with which the final fight scene was filmed (despite the expected outcome).

While I don't see it winning any Oscar's (expect perhaps for Gyllenhaal's phenomenal acting), it is definitely worth a watch.… Expand

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FarhanFirozOct 2, 2015

The movie is great but not perfect. Jack gyllenhaal gives an outstanding performance and we can see that he gave his best in physique and acting. It is an Oscar worthy performance but highly doubtful weather will be nominated due to the otherThe movie is great but not perfect. Jack gyllenhaal gives an outstanding performance and we can see that he gave his best in physique and acting. It is an Oscar worthy performance but highly doubtful weather will be nominated due to the other flaws with the movie. The fight scenes were beautifully shot. The fights had intensity with it. The sound effects were great. The biggest problem with the movie was the boxing Cliche. Its almost similar to rocky 3. The training montage wasn't big enough and the bond between Jake's and Forest's cha racters wasn't shown enough in the training montage.The whole movie was shown in the trailer.

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RalfbergsAug 27, 2016

I thought this was a really great movie. Yes, fight movies have been produced too much lately, but still this was interesting and I wanted to see what will happen all the movie and was never bored.

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NecrophatAug 26, 2015

An awesome and powerful performance by Jake Gyllenhaal and the supporting cast, this film takes you through many emotions and was one of the best films I've seen this year, an absolute must see.

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JeffersonCorpuzJul 28, 2015

Great movie, Super emotional, cast is beyond on point. Boxing movies are always going to have the same cliches but thats just part of the game. a must see for any fight fan. It's a look at life behind the scenes that may make you question howGreat movie, Super emotional, cast is beyond on point. Boxing movies are always going to have the same cliches but thats just part of the game. a must see for any fight fan. It's a look at life behind the scenes that may make you question how much your fav fighters really gave up to put on a show.… Expand

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forthewatchAug 2, 2015

Wow. Even though this film might be solely driven by its leading man, it still packs a serious emotional punch. Jake Gyllenhaal triumphs in a cliche; although, gripping and well acted story of redemption.

I can't say much on Rachel McAdamsWow. Even though this film might be solely driven by its leading man, it still packs a serious emotional punch. Jake Gyllenhaal triumphs in a cliche; although, gripping and well acted story of redemption.

I can't say much on Rachel McAdams because SPOILER: She dies. Very early in the film which sets in motion Billy's Downfall and inevitable redemption. I can see why people soil have problems reacting to this death as we never got much time to develop but McAdams nails the material she's given, as always.

Aside from Gyllenhaal, Forest Whitaker next best as far as performances go, just great emotional acting and the bond he forms with Gyllenhaal was one of my favourite parts of the film. He also adds much needed comic relief when things get too dull. And they do get DULL.

One of my only criticisms is how gruelling it can be to watch Billy suffer so much, it's like there wasn't enough the writers could throw at him to f**k up his life, it just keeps coming (Looking at you Sutter). The ending however is well earned and should have you leaving the cinema feeling teary eyed and inspired! Enjoy.… Expand

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NathanDrake007Aug 21, 2015

First and foremost I am not into sport. If you know me, it is the furthest thing from my mind at all times. This is not another boring sport flick (Sorry Sport Fans). It uses boxing to convey something else, something more. But at the sameFirst and foremost I am not into sport. If you know me, it is the furthest thing from my mind at all times. This is not another boring sport flick (Sorry Sport Fans). It uses boxing to convey something else, something more. But at the same time we do see some of the very best boxing action ever witnessed on film. It’s hard and fast and brutal. I was biting at my finger nails watching each and every fight.

However this is a story of that one person you think you can never live without. That one person, that sits next to you on the couch and laughs at your stupid jokes. The one person you can’t imagine growing old without. Having Children, or at least, a few Dogs and Cats with.

Billy Hope played by Jake Gyllenhaal (Donnie Darko, Prisoner) plays a Middleweight World Champion Boxer at the top of his game. Never at a match without his beautiful wife Maureen, played by Rachel McAdams (The Notebook) and even more gorgeous daughter Leila Hope, played by newcomer Oona Laurence (Orange Is the New Black).

Oona really sets the benchmark for child actors here and on almost three occasions had me in an ‘I have dust in my eye’ phase. Leila is not allowed to go to the fights and see her Dad being beaten to a pulp. She is always looked after at her home by the Nanny and awaits her parents return after every win. Sitting up in her bed when he returns with Mum and gently counting the scars on his face. It is a moment that resonates through the rest of the film. It also makes what happens next harder to watch.

I never give too much away in my reviews, suffice to say as the next fight night is over and Billy and Maureen are ready to leave for home, a brutal accident sends everything into meltdown. We see Billy and Co hit the very dark rock bottom. The fight to get back up again and defeat his new Rival Escobar played by the rather frightening Miguel Gomez (Tv’s The Strain) is an incredible one.

At its very core this movie is a redemption film and at its very, very best it is heartbreaking and a tear jerker, but in a great way. A way I never saw coming for a film marketed on being a generic Boxing Flick! A massive nod to the always amazing Forest Whitaker who plays a boxing couch Tick Wills. Even Curtis (50 Cent) Jackson has another crack at acting and quite frankly in this film he fits perfectly into his role.

It is easy to say that this has been done many times before and in some people's eyes it may have been done better. In my eye's this is closest film to which is have felt a part of the entire run. Rather than having some long, overdrawn concept and waiting for the inevitable final fight.

Director Antoine Fuqua (Training Day & The Equalizer directs here and it is safe to say he just keeps getting better every single movie he anchors.
It really feels like something massive is just around the corner for Antoine very soon. Something ground breaking that will truly set him
apart as one of the best Directors of this generation. This film makes it feel that one step closer. Ever so close. Quite frankly I hope we see him and Jake at the Oscars this year for both their outstanding efforts.

As was the same in The Equalizer, Antoine's close up shots and
Utilization of the overly used slow motion effect, really feels fresh here. The same effects and camera work tricks are being used on most of the incredible Choreography here when it comes to the brutality of the fights. We owe almost all of that to Terry Clabon the fight trainer and choreographer for the movie. Jake really went all out for the role and got ridiculously ripped for the part as seen in the pics below.
The haunting score by the Late James Horner is breathtaking and really does make you feel every stare, every tear and every turn. This movie is actually Dedicated to James and I thought that was fantastic.
The film is also written by Kurt Sutter (Sons Of Anarchy Creator) and you can see it as Antoine seems to really bring all the script to screen wonderfully.

There is some bad with all the good however and it may just be a few little details. But the way in which the brutal first act plays out and is never really spoken about again. Such a massive part of the film and it is over looked so easily. It does not really make any sense. I was waiting most of the film for an answer to which I never received. Thankfully the rest of the film and the Oscar worthy acting make up for it.
I have to leave you with a few more words. Ditch whatever you want to go and see right now and check this film out. It not only deserves your hard earned cash, but also the recognition it punches for and this Punches Hard!!
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filistarSep 6, 2015

Great cast, predictable story but well acted, great camera work. All in all rather enjoyable, there is no need for every new movie to reinvent the whole genre. It's an old fashioned sports drama.

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IlyaPotapovOct 28, 2015

Movie quite good. Could show glory and the tragedy in the movie, and that as the person could pass all difficulties of life and rise to the feet after death of the wife.
I put to this movie 6.8

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smiyamotNov 21, 2015

More of a character study about what happens to a man when his world collapses; he just happens to box for a living. We're talking about a man who is on top of the world, money and fame, then crashes to the bottom, penniless, and hisMore of a character study about what happens to a man when his world collapses; he just happens to box for a living. We're talking about a man who is on top of the world, money and fame, then crashes to the bottom, penniless, and his struggle to find himself. Great acting by Jake and the supporting cast.… Expand

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moviescriticnetDec 13, 2015

This is another modern effort to recapture the spirit of Rocky in a boxing drama, like Million Dollar Baby (2004) and The Fighter (2010) was. Directed by Antoine Fuqua (Training Day, Olympus has fallen), it features a super star couple namelyThis is another modern effort to recapture the spirit of Rocky in a boxing drama, like Million Dollar Baby (2004) and The Fighter (2010) was. Directed by Antoine Fuqua (Training Day, Olympus has fallen), it features a super star couple namely Jake Gyllenhaal and Rachel McAdams, as well as Forest Whitaker as the coach.
Jake Gyllenhaal's performance is impressive and proves he is one of the best actors of his generation. Nevertheless the movie is uneven and has a lot of ups and downs but at least tries to be unique focusing on the inner strangle of the hero rather than just boxing action. Of course the end of the movie is completely predictable but the way to glory is built through the hero's personal hell. I give credit to the movie for trying to be existentialist although after all it's about boxing. Not a great result but a good attempt and an on spot performance by one of the best actors of our time.… Expand

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EmmaHJan 3, 2016

Movie brings touching and deep story full of different feelings. There are two big fights. It's amazing and real. Jake Gyllenhaal played perfectly role.

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Trineo99Feb 11, 2019

First of all, I love the underlining themes of this film. Yes, this film is a boxing film but it’s one of those films where you have to watch it to get the deeper meaning behind it. One of the meanings is that you have to lose once in a whileFirst of all, I love the underlining themes of this film. Yes, this film is a boxing film but it’s one of those films where you have to watch it to get the deeper meaning behind it. One of the meanings is that you have to lose once in a while to get better. Billy has to change from when we first see him at the beginning of the film to the last time. Which is another reason why I love this film is the character development in this film. Billy doesn’t stay the same from beginning to end. No, he has to change in order to get his life back together and you see that not just instantly but over the period of the film. I also really liked the pacing in this film. None of the scenes felt rushed or slowed down at any point. They all felt like the speed it should be going at for a movie like this. But I can’t say the same about the transitions in this film. Some of them were awkward and took away from the emotion in that scene. The acting in this film was spectacular as well. Which ties in well with the emotion because all the actors and actresses easily showed the proper emotion that was supposed to be seen at that moment. When a character was upset or angry you could easily see it in their facial expression and body language. But obviously I knew Jake Gyllenhaal was going to be good in this film but somebody who shocked me was Oona Laurence, who plays Leila Hope. She acted way beyond somebody her age and she could easily steal the scene from any of the adults and I hope she has a great career in the future. In the end, this film isn’t just a boxing film but a movie about how you have to lose once in a while to change and grow as a person.… Expand

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MiguelSoares14Apr 17, 2017

As a fan of Eminem i watched this movie with high expectations and didn't get disappointed. Jake Gyllenhaal makes a great job representing Billy Hope and the drama around his character is very good. I feel like the depressing moments try toAs a fan of Eminem i watched this movie with high expectations and didn't get disappointed. Jake Gyllenhaal makes a great job representing Billy Hope and the drama around his character is very good. I feel like the depressing moments try to catch another type of audience and the balance of the movie gets penalized. But it's a great movie, with great actors and with a pretty solid story. Amazing motivational sounds from Eminem also. Almost perfect… Expand

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JLuis_001Sep 7, 2017

Entertaining yes, crucial no, this is a relatively regular work for Fuqua but it is better than his last film, The Equilizer, but this movie it also has its failures, mainly with the script, beyond that is a merely entertaining movie.

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Gamer4etoBGDec 8, 2018

Great movie! Really emotional and I actually like cried a lot. Definitely recommend it to Eminem Fans too!

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DawdlingPoetNov 22, 2021

This is an action sports related drama film. It covers themes including wrecklessness and desperation.Its quite a powerful drama, which is rather emotional at times. Its clear to see how tired and yet determined Billy is, with his wife beingThis is an action sports related drama film. It covers themes including wrecklessness and desperation.Its quite a powerful drama, which is rather emotional at times. Its clear to see how tired and yet determined Billy is, with his wife being clearly genuinely worried for his health. Ok so its all been done before as far as films about boxers is concerned you could say and you'd be right but I felt the performances were believable and thus convincing enough for this not to matter as much as it potentially could have. There was a definite feeling of hopelessness present - I found myself feeling quite emotionally attached to both Billy, his wife Maureen and his daughter, Leila.

This film is quite moving and thought provoking - it seemed a bit better than your, perhaps 'regular'/run of the mill style sports dramas. However, there is an element of cheese and sentimentality that comes through, although I suppose thats to be expected given the genres involved but I would reassure you by saying that its not entirely overbearing.

There is a great cast present in this film, from Jake Gyllenhaal as Billy (a headstrong, determined yet also clearly flawed in some respects, boxer, husband and father) to Rachel McAdams, as the concerned wife, wanting whats best for her family, Forest Whitaker who plays Tick Wills (a boxing manager) and even the hip-hop superstar 50 Cent, aka Curtis Jackson, who plays Jordan Mains, who works alongside Billy. Oona Laurence plays Billys daughter, Leila and she gave a pretty captivating performance with one particular scene standing out in my mind.

Tone wise, its tense and gripping from relatively early on and certainly within the first half hour (it has a running time of one hour and 58 minutes, for the record). I thought it was quite atmospheric and engrossing thanks, in part, to the regular changes of camera angles giving more of an immersive feel to it, providing I suppose slightly different perspectives on events both in and out of the ring. It also features a satisfyingly tense and haunting, mostly instrumental style, soundtrack.

Content wise, this film contains strong language and some moderate violence (quite bloody at times, understandably so given the plot) plus some partial nudity, although nothing especially graphic or extreme. For instance, men shown boxing in the ring are topless, as would be expected pretty much. The film carries a 15 rating to reflect this.

Yes I'd recommend this film as I felt it was quite gripping, engrossing and featured good, quality performances. It is a somewhat moving, emotional film, although it isn't exactly entirely original, as far as the plot is concerned and it could be seen as a little bit cheesy, which may put people off but overall its a pretty decent film, so I'd recommend it as such.… Expand

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alexa417Sep 30, 2015

A conventional movie that stands out thanks to Gyllenhaal's performance.

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maapeNov 5, 2015

First of all great movie in it's genre. Gyllenhaal continues to impress with top notch acting as Billy "The Great" Hope and may go far in this year Oscar awards. Fuqua's directing and cinematography was fantastic. I'm dropping points becauseFirst of all great movie in it's genre. Gyllenhaal continues to impress with top notch acting as Billy "The Great" Hope and may go far in this year Oscar awards. Fuqua's directing and cinematography was fantastic. I'm dropping points because movie is as great as it's story, and here it's very predictable. Still, if you are into boxing or sports movies, you'll love this one.… Expand

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ChanandlerBongJan 2, 2016

If you are into emotional film then this is the right movie for you to watch. And even if you don't like drama just try it, after all it can't be worst then modern superheroes movies.

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DoughBoiiMar 30, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Southpaw takes an interesting perspective on Billy Hope, a lightweight boxing champion, living his dreams a good family, lots of money and a beautiful wife.
Billy isn't exactly a great father, his wife doing most of the parenting, when Billy's wife is tragically murdered, Billy must learn how to cope with the loss but also learn how to be a father.
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SomePersonaJan 25, 2017

The cliché wrestling movie lifted by the excellent performance from Jake Gyleenhaal. There's a point somewhere in the middle of this movie where it gets so painful and hopeless. Unfortunately, the movie then takes the turn of the commonThe cliché wrestling movie lifted by the excellent performance from Jake Gyleenhaal. There's a point somewhere in the middle of this movie where it gets so painful and hopeless. Unfortunately, the movie then takes the turn of the common tropes, but even then it's still pretty good.… Expand

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BITESCREENJun 20, 2017

Antoine Fuquas spannender Milieuthriller Training Day wurde durch einen ungewohnt starken Denzel Washington zum oscarprämierten Hit. Knapp 15 Jahre später rekrutiert der Regisseur für seinen Boxfilm Southpaw erneut einen Charakterdarsteller –Antoine Fuquas spannender Milieuthriller Training Day wurde durch einen ungewohnt starken Denzel Washington zum oscarprämierten Hit. Knapp 15 Jahre später rekrutiert der Regisseur für seinen Boxfilm Southpaw erneut einen Charakterdarsteller – den imposant aufgepumpten Jake Gyllenhaal. Der schwitzt, stöhnt, heult und blutet sich als Profiprügler Billy Hope allerdings durch ein Sportlerdrama von der Stange: ein abgestürzter Held, sich stockend wiederaufrappelnd durch den weltweisen Trainerguru – genau das bot schon Rocky. Obendrein springt Southpaw unglaubwürdig schnell von Tragödie zu Tragödie, misst jedwede Tiefe und ist dabei auch noch zäh. Gut, dass zumindest die authentisch-rabiaten Kampfszenen ordentlich klatschen.… Expand

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cameronhalmansJan 9, 2019

Certainly not original, but it isn’t too bad. The script is somewhat mind boggling. Not sure what they were thinking writing this. It’s extremely disorganized and things go unresolved. However the performances are all pretty good, especiallyCertainly not original, but it isn’t too bad. The script is somewhat mind boggling. Not sure what they were thinking writing this. It’s extremely disorganized and things go unresolved. However the performances are all pretty good, especially Jake Gyllenhal, who continues to prove that he’s one of the best actors working right now. You could skip this movie and be fine however. 55/100… Expand

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msmith208Oct 24, 2018

"Southpaw" was an intense movie about a reigning boxer, Billy Hope and his family. Billy was at a press conference following his previous win the night before when unexpectedly his wife, Maureen, was shot and died. The death of his wife"Southpaw" was an intense movie about a reigning boxer, Billy Hope and his family. Billy was at a press conference following his previous win the night before when unexpectedly his wife, Maureen, was shot and died. The death of his wife caused unexpected things to happen like losing his daughter to Child Protective Services and getting involved in drugs and alcohol. Billy will do anything it takes to get his daughter back. The movie shows the struggles he faces while trying to put his life back together.… Expand

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DunkaccinoAug 30, 2023

I've seen countless of these sports stories already. Southpaw has just enough heart and energy to win the round. With a lesser director and a lesser star, the storyline of Southpaw would have possibly made a Lifetime channel product.

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Luke9648Mar 3, 2023

As an actual lifelong boxing fan, i think this movie is absolutely terrible. Jake got jacked, good for him. that's what it has going for it. It's a movie fan's idea of what boxing is or could be, which is completely ridiculous if you know theAs an actual lifelong boxing fan, i think this movie is absolutely terrible. Jake got jacked, good for him. that's what it has going for it. It's a movie fan's idea of what boxing is or could be, which is completely ridiculous if you know the sport. Full of emotion, in the worst way. Not a realistic portrayal of boxing, or of human beings in general.… Expand

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