Action,Adventure,Crime,Drama,Thriller
United States of America
Fighting is a 2009 drama film directed by Dito Montiel and starring Channing Tatum and Terrence Howard. The movie follows the story of Shawn MacArthur (Tatum), a young man from a small town in Alabama, who moved to New York City to make a better life for himself.
With no prospects and no job, Shawn begins selling counterfeit goods on the streets of New York City. But his life changes when he meets Harvey Boarden (Howard), a scam artist who sees Shawn's natural fighting talent during a street fight. Harvey convinces Shawn to participate in underground street-fighting matches, where he can earn large amounts of cash.
Shawn's fighting ability quickly draws the attention of the underground fighting community, and he begins to make a name for himself in the ring. But as his fame grows, so does the danger. Shawn must navigate the dangerous world of underground street fighting while trying to protect his friends and keep his past from catching up to him.
As Shawn's skills as a fighter improve, so does his relationship with Harvey. However, things take a turn for the worse when Shawn discovers that Harvey has been manipulating him and using him for his own benefit. With his newfound success at risk and his life in danger, Shawn must decide whether to continue fighting or leave the dangerous world behind.
Fighting is a gripping drama that explores the dangers of the underground street-fighting world and the emotional toll it takes on those who participate. With strong performances from Tatum and Howard, this movie is a must-see for fans of gritty dramas.
