Movie spotlight
A Good Man
Benjamin and Aude have loved each other for 7 years. They live together on a small island in Brittany. Benjamin dreams of starting a family but the couple learns that Aude is sterile. So Benjamin has an idea. He is the one who will bear their child because before being Benjamin, his name was Sarah.
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Plot Summary
A young boxer from Philadelphia rises through the ranks of the sport, facing personal and professional challenges along the way. He must confront his past demons and fight for his future, both inside and outside the ring. The film explores themes of redemption, family, and the pursuit of excellence.
Critical Reception
A Good Man received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised Michael B. Jordan's directorial debut and his performance. However, some found the story to be somewhat derivative of other sports dramas.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its strong central performance and confident direction.
Cited for its emotional depth and compelling fight sequences.
Some critics felt the narrative adhered too closely to familiar boxing movie tropes.
Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's emotional core and Michael B. Jordan's portrayal of a complex character. The action sequences and the inspirational aspects of the story were frequently highlighted as positives.
Fun Fact
Michael B. Jordan made his directorial debut with this film, also starring in the lead role.
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