Tomorrow's Joe: The Live Action Movie

A gritty, heartfelt underdog story that lands its emotional punches with earnest sincerity and bruising boxing bouts.

Directed by

Fumihiko Sori

Genres

Drama

Starring

Teruyuki Kagawa, Yusuke Iseya, Tomohisa Yamashita

Overview

For about as long as he can remember, Joe has always had to roll with the punches-living each day in the slums as if it may be his last. But when a wild brawl sends the kid to the slammer, the appearance of a fierce rival sparks a new passion for boxing within him. Spurred on by an unlikely mentor who believes he could go the distance, Joe leaps into the ring. But as he rises through the ranks, Joe realizes that he's no longer fighting for himself-he's fighting for tomorrow.

How it feels

Earnest, dark, melancholic and uplifting. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Redemption, ambition, class, survival

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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