Goin' Down Slow
Goin' Down Slow

Goin' Down Slow

1988Movie86 minEnglish

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: David GilerGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A disillusioned former boxer, now a successful businessman, finds himself drawn back into the violent world he tried to leave behind. He is forced to confront his past when a young fighter he mentors becomes entangled with dangerous people. The film explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the cyclical nature of violence.

Critical Reception

Goin' Down Slow received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its narrative predictable and its execution lacking. While some praised the performances, particularly from Roscoe Lee Browne, the film failed to resonate with a wider audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a formulaic plot that offers few surprises.
  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some standout moments but overall uneven.
  • Lacks the emotional depth and gritty realism needed to make its themes impactful.

Google audience: Audience reception for Goin' Down Slow is largely unavailable or unrecorded. Those few scattered opinions that exist suggest viewers found the film to be a somewhat disappointing entry in the boxing drama genre, failing to leave a lasting impression.

Fun Fact

Despite being a film about boxing, the film primarily focuses on the aftermath and psychological toll of the sport rather than the fights themselves.

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