It's well acted, well shot and the score is excellent but it's very confused as a historical account of early 19th century boxing.
The fight between Belcher and Pearce would not have been fought with gloves, nor would it have had timed rounds. It would have been fought under London prize ring rules since it was about 60 years away from the Marquis of Queensbury changing the game.
Prizefighter: The Life of Jem Belcher
2022
Action / Biography / Drama / History / Sport
Prizefighter: The Life of Jem Belcher
2022
Action / Biography / Drama / History / Sport
20%
TOMATOMETER
· 15 reviews
45%
AUDIENCE
· 50 ratings
5.5/10
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Plot summary
At the turn of the 19th century, Pugilism was the sport of kings and a gifted young boxer fought his way to becoming champion of England.
Uploaded by: FREEMAN
December 30, 2022 at 06:59 AM
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Top cast
Russell Crowe as Jack Slack
Marton Csokas as Lord Rushworth
Ray Winstone as Bill Warr
Jodhi May as Mary Belcher
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1280*536
English 2.0
NR
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Watchable.... But an historical mess
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All the hard yards are here?
Not sure why it has such a low score from the critics compared to the popcorn audience. I enjoyed it. Found it believable. Maybe it's too real. Making a champion is simple. But the simplest things can be difficult. And boring to watch perhaps. Perhaps it's just a little too British? Especially the ending. If you love sports biographies, it's worth a watch.
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