Bold
Bold

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Bold

2014
Movie
15 min
English

London, 7.30 pm, every Wednesday. 12 angry men... OK, 13 angry men, congregate to defy the injustices of modern day aesthetics. 13 men that want to get to the root of their problems and discover the true side of their soul. Through courage, tea and chocolate biscuits, they gather to investigate their insecurities. Through sincerity, they externalize their hidden feelings. BOLD: the ultimate support group that wants to prove to the world that not all is loss. 'BE BOLD, BE BALD'

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Director: Kim Kwang-sikGenres: Drama, Sport

Plot Summary

Set in the competitive world of professional bowling, 'Bold' follows the journey of a washed-up former star bowler who gets a chance at redemption. He partners with a talented but struggling rookie, and together they face formidable opponents and their own personal demons. Their collaboration aims to reignite their careers and prove that age and experience can overcome youthful exuberance.

Critical Reception

'Bold' received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising the performances of its lead actors, particularly Lee Jung-jae and Lee Beom-soo. The film was commended for its compelling sports drama narrative and its emotional depth. However, some reviews noted predictable plot points and a somewhat formulaic approach to the underdog sports movie genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Engaging performances from the lead actors elevate the sports drama.

  • Offers a heartfelt look at redemption and the perseverance required in professional sports.

  • While enjoyable, the film occasionally falls into predictable narrative tropes common in the genre.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Bold' is not widely documented through specific Google user review summaries. General sentiment suggests appreciation for the film's focus on the sport of bowling and the character development of the protagonists.

Fun Fact

The film required its lead actors to undergo significant training to authentically portray professional bowlers, with many scenes featuring actual bowling techniques.

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