A Fighting Man is a 2014 sports drama film directed by Damian Lee and starring Dominic Purcell, James Caan, Louis Gossett Jr., Kim Coates, Adam Beach, and Michael Ironside.
The movie follows the lives of two men, Sailor O'Connor (played by Purcell) and King Solomon (played by Beach), both struggling in their careers. Sailor is a former boxing champion who now works as a bouncer, struggling with alcohol addiction and personal demons. King is a former First Nations boxer who has been in and out of jail and is now trying to reclaim his life.
The two men meet in the ring for a boxing match that will change their lives forever. The fight is orchestrated by King's uncle, the unscrupulous boxing promoter Reggie (played by Ironside), who sees an opportunity to make money from the two underdogs.
As the match progresses, the two men face their inner demons and personal struggles, fighting not just for victory, but for redemption and a chance at a new life. James Caan plays the role of the boxing coach who shares wisdom and experience with the fighters.
A Fighting Man is a powerful portrayal of the boxing world and the challenges faced by those who step into the ring to fight for their dreams. It is a story of courage, determination, and redemption, showing that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for a better future.
