Hello all,
I have recently watched the new movie "Born a Champion" starring Sean Patrick Flanery and Dennis Quaid. I was so impressed with this movie I knew I had to delve into movie review writing. First off let me tell you I am a big fan of actor Sean Patrick Flanery. I feel he is an underrated actor who deserves more praise that he receives.
So now about the movie. The sports drama covers a time span between 1991-2001. The movie is centered around a character named Mickey Kelley. He is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu fighter and a former US soldier. He was wronged in the movie. During a match with a champion he was fighting, he was sucker punched and had gotten defeated. The movie is about what happens in his life though marriage, family and friendship and getting the chance to right the wrong that was done to him.
First off the movie is told in documentary style, that really appealed to me. It gave the movie a more realistic feel. I feel all the actors in the movie gave stellar performances, especially Flanery. His performance really drew you into his character. His portrayal had me weeping at times and yelling with him at others. I could really feel the pain he was feeling during his fights. Dennis Quaid always does well with dramatic roles, and he didn't disappoint in this one in his portrayal of MMA promotor Dick Mason. And to show the apple doesn't fall far from the acting tree, his sons play the parts of his son in the movie , both the younger and older version. Both boys did an amazing job!
I got a chance to ask the actor Sean Patrick Flanery some questions about this wonderful movie, I greatly appreciate him taking the time out of his busy day to answer my questions! Take a look at my Q and A-
Q- What started your interest in Brazilin jiu-jitsu?
A- The UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship MMA)
Q- Is it true that you co wrote the script for the movie?
A- I wrote the story myself one day lying in bed way back in 2007.
Q- Is there anything special you needed to do to prepare for this movie?
A- My preparation was to continue doing what I do on a daily basis.
Q- Do you have a favorite MMA fighter?
A- No, but there are plenty that I enjoy watching for a variety of reasons.
So there you have it. The scoop on this amazing movie penned by and starring the amazing Sean Patrick Flanery. I give this movie 5 out of 5 stars. If you like sports movies, and movies that touches your heart, I recommend you watching this one! I want to thank Mr. Flanery again for his time. This movie was just released January 22, 2021, produced by Forrest Films and ESX Entertainment and is available to stream on Youtube, Vudu, Amazon Prime and Google Play, and Fandango Now.
