The true story of an English boxer incarcerated in one of Thailand's most notorious prisons as he fights in Muay Thai tournaments to earn his freedom.The true story of an English boxer incarcerated in one of Thailand's most notorious prisons as he fights in Muay Thai tournaments to earn his freedom.The true story of an English boxer incarcerated in one of Thailand's most notorious prisons as he fights in Muay Thai tournaments to earn his freedom.
- Awards
- 1 win & 7 nominations
Cherry Miko
- Fame
- (as Pornchanok Mabklang)
Somluck Kamsing
- Trainer
- (as Somlock Kamsing)
- Director
- Writers
- All cast & crew
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Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaThe inmates in the film are all played by real ex-inmates who have served time in Thai prisons.
- GoofsAt 1:01:45, Billy's mouth says "I lied to you about my mum" but the audio is dubbed to say "dad" instead.
- Quotes
Billy Moore: I'm not going to beat up some fucking Muslims! Alright?
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Intense and produced/filmed really well
This is not your typical Hollywood production, but wow was it produced really well.
The score was perfect. The setting outstanding. The cinematography on point. The acting by all cast - even extras (mostly ex-convicts) was very convincing and intense, and Joe Cole nailed his role. The directing was fairly decent although the last fight scene was just too many close ups.
My main beef is the writing - either bad editing or cutting by the director. There were too many scenes that were missing info, such as what did the letters from his dad say? Why even have that in the film if it wont be elaborated. My other beef is the lack of subtitles where subtitles were needed (90% of the film). I'm not sure if it was my copy missing all the important dialogue subtitled, or the actual film, but I was left unsatisfied not knowing what everyone was saying, or at least many important scenes.
Nevertheless, a really intense film based on a true story, filmed really well overall. A great watch, especially if you're into the martial arts and Muay Thai. A well deserved 8/10 from me.
The score was perfect. The setting outstanding. The cinematography on point. The acting by all cast - even extras (mostly ex-convicts) was very convincing and intense, and Joe Cole nailed his role. The directing was fairly decent although the last fight scene was just too many close ups.
My main beef is the writing - either bad editing or cutting by the director. There were too many scenes that were missing info, such as what did the letters from his dad say? Why even have that in the film if it wont be elaborated. My other beef is the lack of subtitles where subtitles were needed (90% of the film). I'm not sure if it was my copy missing all the important dialogue subtitled, or the actual film, but I was left unsatisfied not knowing what everyone was saying, or at least many important scenes.
Nevertheless, a really intense film based on a true story, filmed really well overall. A great watch, especially if you're into the martial arts and Muay Thai. A well deserved 8/10 from me.
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- Sep 25, 2018
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- Release date
- Countries of origin
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- Languages
- Also known as
- Şafaktan Önce
- Filming locations
- Cebu City, Philippines(finale)
- Production companies
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Box office
- Gross US & Canada
- $14,453
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $14,453
- Aug 12, 2018
- Gross worldwide
- $958,883
- Runtime1 hour 56 minutes
- Color
- Aspect ratio
- 2.35 : 1
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