Bruised
Young and beautiful Kayla Brown discovers that her perfect husband is not who she thought he was. Fearing for her life, she must do the unthinkable to end her nightmarish marriage, she must kill him.
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Plot Summary
A disgraced MMA fighter seeks redemption in the octagon and confronts the demons of her past when her son unexpectedly re-enters her life. As she trains for a high-stakes fight, she must overcome physical and emotional trauma to reclaim her strength and win back her family.
Critical Reception
Bruised received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with praise directed at Halle Berry's performance and directorial debut, as well as the fight choreography. However, some critics found the narrative predictable and the plot somewhat underdeveloped.
What Reviewers Say
- Halle Berry delivers a compelling performance as a troubled fighter.
- The film features exciting and well-executed fight sequences.
- The story occasionally falters due to a formulaic plot.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated Halle Berry's performance and the action in the film, finding it an entertaining watch. Some viewers noted that while the story was engaging, it followed a familiar trajectory.
Fun Fact
Halle Berry trained extensively in martial arts and Muay Thai for over three years to prepare for the role of Jackie Justice.
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