Fighting

Shawn MacArthur, a young drifter in New York City, struggles to make ends meet by selling counterfeit goods. His life takes a turn when he's discovered by Harvey Boarden, a fight promoter who sees potential in Shawn's raw fighting ability. Shawn soon finds himself embroiled in the dangerous and exhilarating world of underground bare-knuckle boxing, where he must fight for survival and a shot at a better life.

Fighting received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its energetic action sequences and Channing Tatum's performance, many found the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. Audience reception was generally lukewarm, with praise often directed at the fight choreography.

• The film delivers some visceral fight scenes.

• Channing Tatum shows promise as an action lead.

• The plot and character development are often seen as lacking depth.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be an entertaining, albeit somewhat formulaic, action movie. Many appreciated the fight sequences and the lead performance, though some noted the story was predictable.

The film's director, Dito Montiel, also directed Channing Tatum in his breakout role in 'A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints' (2006).