‘Lyle’, Cool Concept, Poor Execution.
The idea of Rosemary's baby but with lesbian partners drew me in, and I was anticipating what the film had in store with its reimagining. Unfortunately, it all felt a little too vague to leave an impact.
By Your Side
In a tough Havana neighborhood, Italian Samuel Fabbri's boxing gym offers a safe haven to keep kids off the streets. Teenagers like Haiffer and Adrialis are encouraged to dream big, both inside and outside the ring. This vibrant yet dilapidated space reflects the tensions of Cuba as the team prepares for a crucial match against a more modern gym, which could either revive their fortunes or spell the end of Samuel's twenty-year fight.
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In a tough Havana neighborhood, Italian Samuel Fabbri's boxing gym offers a safe haven to keep kids off the streets. Teenagers like Haiffer and Adrialis are encouraged to dream big, both inside and outside the ring. This vibrant yet dilapidated space reflects the tensions of Cuba as the team prepares for a crucial match against a more modern gym, which could either revive their fortunes or spell the end of Samuel's twenty-year fight.
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Written By:Cristiano Regina, Ruggero Tantulli, Nuri Duarte
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Runtime:89 minutes
Studio:Articolture, Gatorosafilms
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