The Survivor

HBO | Release Date (Streaming): April 27, 2022

6.7	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 15 Ratings

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UncleWillardMay 1, 2022

Great performances and production values, minus terrible makeup and a predictable plot. Somewhere there's this trope that all big actors need to do certain types of roles; the boxer, the cowboy, the cop, the prisoner, monarch, etc. I thinkGreat performances and production values, minus terrible makeup and a predictable plot. Somewhere there's this trope that all big actors need to do certain types of roles; the boxer, the cowboy, the cop, the prisoner, monarch, etc. I think the Holocaust movie is another one, and Ben Cooper knocks out two in one here. He's a great actor, but this is a very formulaic Holocaust picture. There's really nothing new to add to the genre at this point, and this just reminds me of a lesser Triumph of the Spirit. If you love Ben Cooper, it's a good flick.… Expand

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bertobellamyAug 23, 2022

Ben Foster goes through a full transformation — with the odd make-up, of course — to play Harry Haft, a Holocaust survivor that becomes a boxer in the U.S., trying to find the love of his life.

Sure Foster leaves an impression as theBen Foster goes through a full transformation — with the odd make-up, of course — to play Harry Haft, a Holocaust survivor that becomes a boxer in the U.S., trying to find the love of his life.

Sure Foster leaves an impression as the tormented survivor, but everything else in this film is forgettable. Legendary director Barry Levinson delivers a by-the-numbers biopic that overstays its welcome very soon. Although there's an intent to show the guilt and the shame of someone that sees himself as some kind of a traitor, 'The Survivor' waits almost an hour to begin that exploration; the first part is a boxing film that goes nowhere — with some cool shots in there, though —.

If this wasn't made by HBO, then it would've been your regular Oscar-bait film of the season. Also, Vicky Krips needs to find a lead role ASAP.… Expand

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JLuis_001Feb 23, 2023

The Survivor is somewhat similar to the other film I just watched today. Another real-life drama about a boxer.

However, with a much more experienced director at the helm, and with quite marked plot differences, this film manages to get youThe Survivor is somewhat similar to the other film I just watched today. Another real-life drama about a boxer.

However, with a much more experienced director at the helm, and with quite marked plot differences, this film manages to get you more involved in its story. Most of all, because of Ben Foster's excellent performance, who remains impressively underrated.

This was ordinary in every possible way, but not everything has to be special, you know?… Expand

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Craftnight405Apr 1, 2023

Harry Haft ist ein polnischer Boxer, welcher sich durch sein Talent in dem KZ Ausschwitz befreien konnte. Dabei musst er gegen andere Insassen kämpfen. Der Film spielt überwiegend in dem Jahr 1949 in Amerika. Harry Haft gab es in WirklichkeitHarry Haft ist ein polnischer Boxer, welcher sich durch sein Talent in dem KZ Ausschwitz befreien konnte. Dabei musst er gegen andere Insassen kämpfen. Der Film spielt überwiegend in dem Jahr 1949 in Amerika. Harry Haft gab es in Wirklichkeit und starb 2007 mit 82 Jahren. Der Film zeigt seine traumatischen Erlebnisse während des Krieges und wie er mit diesen Fertig wird. Die Rückblenden in dem KZ werden in schwarz-weiß gezeigt und der Rest des Films sind in Farbe.Es wird gezeigt, wie er darunter noch Leidet. Es findet ein Showkampf zwischen ihm und Rocky Maciano, welches auch so statt gefunden hatte.
Der Film hat gute Ansätze und ist gut gefilmt, aber ich finde der Film ist nicht so interessant. Ich finde den Film hat einige Probleme er ist nicht spannend, was bei so einem Thema auch nicht unbedingt sein muss,aber irgendwie hat der Film mich nicht berührt. Die Szenen unter Gefangenschaft sind fast nur im Boxring zu sehen und wie er andere Menschen zu Tode boxt. Es findet ansonsten dort nur ein Gespräch mit dem Wächter statt der auf in Wettet. Der Film hat viel Potenzial was er leider nicht hinbekommt. Es gibt Gespräche die gut gemacht sind. Alles im Allen ist es kein guter Boxfilm. Und Geschichte zu diesem ernsten Thema gab es auch schon bessere.

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