Dont get the high scores at all. I must be missing something 😱.. Poorly acted and pretty boring.
16 Reviews
Dont get the Hype at all
simonbcity16 July 2020
Wasnt expecting a post credits scene
markmegaughin20 November 2019
Warning: Spoilers
Great work team, just thought the plot was a little hard to follow. Really should have utilised The Referee a little more he was the underdog actor and needed more screen time All in All an enjoyable watch and was nice to see our wee Islands creativeness!
Love John
BTW the Dad doesn't die
BTW the Dad doesn't die
A cheesy underdeveloped feast
machoihola22 November 2018
Forget that this is a low budget independent film, cause issues in it hav nothing to do with budget. Its a film that wants to be a drama, but isn't dramatic.
It has boxing in it, but aint anywhere as interesting as other boxing films. And the social issues in the film lack in anything tangible in terms of authenticity. It just lacks any sort of meaning or reason. The film is nicely located in Ireland, and has a great flavoring of the locals, but the actual film is a misguided and feels like a misfire on all fronts. The film just stinks of cheesiness and bad storytelling.
DONT JUDGE DERRY ON THIS AWFUL FILM!
irishlad-035559 January 2021
Warning: Spoilers
Did I watch the same film as everyone else?
Being from Derry and coming from a boxing family, this seemed like a fairy good film to watch on Amazon Prime....how wrong I was!
The script is terribly written. The film starts off slow and just drags on. Within the first 30-40 minutes, it takes quotes from only fools and horses and a load from Lock Stock and Snatch.
Only good part is the scenery of Derry, seeing family places such as the Walls and Peader O'Donnells- even though I've never seen it so empty.
I just hope this film doesn't put people off visiting this great city!
Being from Derry and coming from a boxing family, this seemed like a fairy good film to watch on Amazon Prime....how wrong I was!
The script is terribly written. The film starts off slow and just drags on. Within the first 30-40 minutes, it takes quotes from only fools and horses and a load from Lock Stock and Snatch.
Only good part is the scenery of Derry, seeing family places such as the Walls and Peader O'Donnells- even though I've never seen it so empty.
I just hope this film doesn't put people off visiting this great city!
Not Bad, Not bad at all
kieradoherty12 January 2019
I saw this movie over Xmas on Amazon Prime, based on the trailer and thought it was okay, its not grity or dark which is sometimes what you need.
There were funny bits and some very poignant bits too, I especially enjoyed the musical bits, as they were very well done and took me by surprise.
Its a small movie that fits really well into that small town which seemed to have so many bars in one place and looks lovely, so maybe Ill give it a visit. Id recommend the movie
There were funny bits and some very poignant bits too, I especially enjoyed the musical bits, as they were very well done and took me by surprise.
Its a small movie that fits really well into that small town which seemed to have so many bars in one place and looks lovely, so maybe Ill give it a visit. Id recommend the movie
Enjoyable quirky film
lovemylife-132314 December 2018
Really good movie, really enjoyable. My partner and I came across the trailer online few days ago! Really eye catching and enjoying so we ordered the dvd. We both really enjoyed it, both completely hooked to the movie time
Flew by! Really catchy ending too! Look forward to Seeing what the guys release next well done guys good job done! Defo a must watch
Irish action fun
DennyCFC30 November 2018
I found this a few days ago on Sky and as an action movie fan thought i'd give it a go. Actually ended up really enjoying it, it was cheesy fun, with some good action and fights, and some enjoyable characters. Worth a few hours of your time for some evening entertainment!
Humerous adventures in Ireland
abidrocks-2768422 November 2018
Came across this on Sky Store and thought from the trailer what a fun little movie, which is probably not for everyone but I enjoyed it overall, especially as a fan of the Fast and Furious series. (although had to look up the big guy Kim Kold - to remember him).
Acting seems to be a common issue with someon here, but I thought it was okay some better than others. If your at a loose end one evening give this one a go.
Acting seems to be a common issue with someon here, but I thought it was okay some better than others. If your at a loose end one evening give this one a go.
Sometimes movies are like marmite - loved or hated.
kaarinamiles1 December 2018
Some of the critical reviews sound very harsh I guess this is a movie you either like or dislike, I liked it a lot and rated it so.
Everyone is entitled to their opinion, but from what I've been told getting any independent movie made and even more getting it distributed is a massive uphill struggle for film makers, so maybe criticism should be more constructive.
I thought it was funny and Kim Kold has a great presence throughout and reminded me of his debut Teddy Bear.
Everyone is entitled to their opinion, but from what I've been told getting any independent movie made and even more getting it distributed is a massive uphill struggle for film makers, so maybe criticism should be more constructive.
I thought it was funny and Kim Kold has a great presence throughout and reminded me of his debut Teddy Bear.
Great watch
filmmadness-6535721 December 2018
Great fun and enjoyable romp
clareogle21 November 2018
Very Enjoyable
Hanga4028 November 2018
A funny and quirky film with an emotive story that will resonate with a lot of young gay people (especially in the sporting world). Nice pace and vibe. Well shot and acted especially the doctor. Nice soundtrack and looks like a beautiful city. Very enjoyable.
Fantastic watch
Ejones8526 November 2018
I've been waiting to watch this since I've known about its release date! It wasn't a let down that's for sure! Right from the off I was Impressed and the ending left me wanting more!
Hopefully this isn't the last time we see Grayson Matthews on the DVD racks and indeed in the cinema!
Hopefully this isn't the last time we see Grayson Matthews on the DVD racks and indeed in the cinema!
Fun but flawed
Funjumpygirl1 December 2022
Warning: Spoilers
Requiem for a Fighter follows Michael a former all Ireland Champion boxer, when tragedy strikes and he get injured. Added into that mix he is also a closet Gay person.
The Writers and Director have most certainly brought Michael's charm back into the ring by bringing a fascinating boxing drama to the big screen. Even though it may have a all to familiar ending when it comes to the formulaic boxing aspect, this film really smooths out well with such heavenly storytelling, we are given a accurate accusation of how secrets can affect someone in the hardest way possible.
Grayson Matthews giving a ferocious performance as a character hiding a large part of his personality. He really stuck to his character by bringing such to the ring. One person other than Michael that really stood out was Glenn Tilley as the Doctor, he easily gives an amazing performances!
I was not bored at all with Requiem, I was invested the whole time. Even with its fight clichés, the film surely beats them down with mighty performances by its lead and supporting cast and cosmic storytelling. The drama was foretold fluently with a good take at how a family can fall apart and reconnect in such a turn of events over one members secret. I loved that, it flowed along so ideally with a strong tone. In the end Requiem is surely a spellbinding film towards a strong man that doesn't get knocked down by what life has to swing at him!
The Writers and Director have most certainly brought Michael's charm back into the ring by bringing a fascinating boxing drama to the big screen. Even though it may have a all to familiar ending when it comes to the formulaic boxing aspect, this film really smooths out well with such heavenly storytelling, we are given a accurate accusation of how secrets can affect someone in the hardest way possible.
Grayson Matthews giving a ferocious performance as a character hiding a large part of his personality. He really stuck to his character by bringing such to the ring. One person other than Michael that really stood out was Glenn Tilley as the Doctor, he easily gives an amazing performances!
I was not bored at all with Requiem, I was invested the whole time. Even with its fight clichés, the film surely beats them down with mighty performances by its lead and supporting cast and cosmic storytelling. The drama was foretold fluently with a good take at how a family can fall apart and reconnect in such a turn of events over one members secret. I loved that, it flowed along so ideally with a strong tone. In the end Requiem is surely a spellbinding film towards a strong man that doesn't get knocked down by what life has to swing at him!
Genre defying to the point of being entertainingly bonkers
JamesBondMI623 February 2022
I started watching this film in the expectation of it being a by-the-numbers boxing drama. And, indeed, it does start off that way and I was fully expecting a classic "personal growth through boxing" film with "the fall" followed by "the journey" and ending with "the redemption". And, it was chugging along quite merrily in that direction in a competently entertaining style.
Until about halfway through... Then everything changes... Suddenly, it becomes a LGBT+ musical.
Yes. Imagine that about halfway through "Rocky", it suddenly becomes "Hairspray". Ok, maybe not that dramatically, but, it does take a little bit of mental adjustment to get your head around it. But, once you've made that leap you get to enjoy the film all over again - with original songs, well sung, and believable characters with believable relationships.
It may be a very small genre, but, if you're looking for a LGBT+ musical boxing film set in Ulster, then this is the best in the field!
Until about halfway through... Then everything changes... Suddenly, it becomes a LGBT+ musical.
Yes. Imagine that about halfway through "Rocky", it suddenly becomes "Hairspray". Ok, maybe not that dramatically, but, it does take a little bit of mental adjustment to get your head around it. But, once you've made that leap you get to enjoy the film all over again - with original songs, well sung, and believable characters with believable relationships.
It may be a very small genre, but, if you're looking for a LGBT+ musical boxing film set in Ulster, then this is the best in the field!
English actors
martyquinn23 May 2022
I enjoyed movie as I'm Irish and like to see films made here as I can identify with places etc. I couldn't understand why the main characters were all English when it seemed they were brought up in Derry? The brother/sister/Emma MC David all seemed like Londoners,no problem whatsoever with them as they are all talented,but just couldn't get it ? However great film ⚽
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