Bruised 2021
“It's not a second chance. It's a last chance.”
What is Bruised?
Bruised is a 2021 drama and action film directed by and starring Halle Berry as Jackie Justice, a disgraced mixed martial arts fighter seeking a last chance at redemption. The story follows Jackie as she is coaxed into a brutal underground fight, catches the eye of a league promoter, and unexpectedly reunites with the son she gave up as an infant.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2021
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 129 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 17, 2021
- Studios
- Romulus Entertainment, Entertainment 360, Rhea Films
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~129 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Romulus Entertainment, Entertainment 360, Rhea Films
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Overview
Bruised is a 2021 drama and action film directed by and starring Halle Berry as Jackie Justice, a disgraced mixed martial arts fighter seeking a last chance at redemption. The story follows Jackie as she is coaxed into a brutal underground fight, catches the eye of a league promoter, and unexpectedly reunites with the son she gave up as an infant.
The film holds cultural significance through Berry's dual role in front of and behind the camera, receiving mixed reviews that praised her directing and acting while offering critiques of the screenplay and tone. Spanning two hours and nine minutes, it delivers a gripping narrative about reclaiming personal power when everyone has counted the protagonist out.
Should you watch it?
“Disgraced mixed martial arts fighter Jackie Justice faces her toughest battles inside and outside the Octagon.”
- Compelling performances and direction by Berry
- A triumphant story of a fighter reclaiming her power
- Intense underground fight sequences and Octagon action
- Critics noted an inconsistent tone and issues with the screenplay
Watch it if you enjoy gritty sports dramas about personal redemption and mixed martial arts.
The film combines intense athletic action with emotional family drama, receiving mixed reviews for its screenplay and inconsistent tone.
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Is Bruised worth watching?
It received mixed reviews from critics who praised Berry's directing and acting, though the screenplay and tone faced criticism.
What is the runtime of Bruised?
The film has a runtime of 2 hours and 9 minutes.
How many episodes are in Bruised?
Bruised is a feature film rather than a series, so it does not consist of episodes.
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