Poised (2024)
Will they or won't they make it?
A universal underdog tale with its own unique lens. Out of the ashes of loss, can one man use mixed martial arts to save young people from the toughest parts of our society? Zero opportunity, poverty and crime are common themes in the housing estates of Sunderland, North East England. A once proud region of industry, now a wasteland scattered with the relics of the past, as generations of government continue to neglect it.
Director: Toby Robson
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 108 min
Release Date: June 24, 2024
Screenplay
Cinematography: Diego Rodriguez
Editing: Luca Salvatori
Country: United Kingdom
Budget: $958,000
Original Language: en
Keywords
underdog, coming of age, mixed martial arts (mma), mental health, council estate, north east england
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Poised about?
- A universal underdog tale with its own unique lens. Out of the ashes of loss, can one man use mixed martial arts to save young people from the toughest parts of our society? Zero opportunity, poverty and crime are common themes in the housing estates of Sunderland, North East England. A once proud region of industry, now a wasteland scattered with the relics of the past, as generations of government continue to neglect it.
- Who directed Poised?
- Poised was directed by Toby Robson.
- How long is Poised?
- Poised has a runtime of 1h 48m (108 minutes).
- What genre is Poised?
- Poised is a Documentary film.
- What is the budget of Poised?
- Poised had a budget of $958,000.
- Where was Poised produced?
- Poised was produced in United Kingdom.