Embattled is a sports drama film that follows the story of a kid named Jett, who is a high school wrestling prodigy, trained by his ambitious and abusive father, Cash, who is a former UFC champion. Jett's father has been pushing him to become a wrestler since he was a kid, and he has been winning every match possible. Jett is on the cusp of greatness, but he wants to be his own man and not be in his father's shadow.
However, his journey to self-discovery becomes even more complicated when he has to face his father in the ring, where only one man can emerge victorious. This fight becomes a source of conflict between Jett and his father, who is an alcoholic and has a history of abusing Jett.
As the story progresses, Jett tries to escape his father's influence and make his own way in the world of wrestling. He comes across a caring and nurturing gym owner, who becomes a father figure to him and guides him towards a healthier, more balanced way of life. Jett also forms a bond with his younger brother, Quinn, who worships him and looks up to him as a role model.
With the pressure mounting from Jett's father and the wrestling world, and a reporter trying to dig up dirt on the family's tumultuous past, Jett must dig deep and find the strength to face his biggest challenge yet.
Embattled is a powerful story about family, ambition, abuse, and redemption. It delivers intense and emotional performances, particularly from Stephen Dorff, who plays Jett's father, and Darren Mann, who portrays Jett. The movie explores the complicated and dark aspects of the world of wrestling and tackles the topic of toxic masculinity and the damage it can cause.
