Journeyman

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isla s This is a film about endurance and strength, that is emotional, physical and mental endurance and strength. Its about picking up the pieces. It is inevitably a tough watch at times, with Paddy seemingly struggling to regain himself, to remember and act appropriately. Jodie Whittaker does a great job as his wife and its a thoughtful film. It handles the themes well and I thought it was a gritty and poignant watch which I'd recommend. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member Having had a brain tumour I totally understand what paddy Constantine did in this movie.....I have questioned myself was I that way to. I could not understand the lack of support he got from the hospital.....I was given a care and support package but in this that seems woefully absent. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/07/23 Full Review Matthew W The always watchable Considine who not only directs but also puts in a truly powerful performance, playing Matty Burton an ageing boxer who suffers a life changing brain injury while defending his belt. Unlike most boxing movies this focuses on the impact a near death injury has on him & his family. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/16/20 Full Review Audience Member From the writer/director of 2011's Tyrannosaur comes Journeyman, easily one of the best films I watched int he year or release. but also another film to add to that list of films that are ‘super tough to watch' but so rewarding when you do venture into the world. Paddy once again reminds us (not that we need reminding) why he is one of the UKs best actors, filmmakers and writers with this hard hitting (and thats not even meant to be a boxing pun) drama that whilst does feature Paddy Considine in the main role of Matty, it also showcases yet again why Jodie Whittaker is top notch with her acting skills. I cant say enough good things about Journeyman, and whilst it doesnt have the popcorn feel of a Rocky movie, its certainly one of the best and probably realistic films about the sport of boxing that is in existence and with some of the best performances I have watched this year, its films like Journeyman that remind me why I love film so much. I did hear a rumour (but havent looked into it) that Paddy wont direct any more films after Journeyman and whilst I of course respect his decision, I think that would be a huge shame as he has shown the world and all who have seen his films, that he is one of the best directors out there who makes such emotional films. We need more films like that and Paddy. You have done that every time you have made a story come to life. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/15/23 Full Review Audience Member Any one that has called a boxer a quitter told them they are rubbish need to watch this an rethink what boxers risk for our entertainment Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/21/23 Full Review Audience Member Journeyman is Paddy Considine's 2nd film as director as well as star and just like his first, Tyrannosaur, the writing and acting just blew me away. Journeyman follows the current middleweight champion who close to retirement agrees to one last fight to defend his belt against a younger, arrogant fighter, knowing the pay day will secure his family's future. Despite winning the fight, the physical, mental and emotional trauma sustained during and after the fight causes great damage and completely changes who he is. After leaving his daughter in danger, he is left by his wife and so he begins a fight to rebuild his memory as well as his physical and mental strength to get back the ones he loves. Paddy Considine and Jodie Whittaker are both superb. I thought Paddy especially did a great job of a man fighting to regain control over his life Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/20/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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