Poor Boy's Game (2007)

Poor Boy’s Game: Directed by Clement Virgo. With Rossif Sutherland, Danny Glover, Flex Alexander, Greg Bryk. On his release from prison for the brutal beating of a black man, Donnie, a young white boxer, is coached by his victim’s father, George for an upcoming fight against a talented and vengeful opponent, Ossie.

“After seeing this film at the Pan African Film Festival, I was struck not just by the importance of its message but the universal appeal of the film as a whole. This is a story that truly crosses racial boundaries. Danny Glover is excellent as usual, but the entire cast is talented, and the lead actor, Rossif Sutherland, is definitely one to watch. The story begins with a vicious attack by an almost unreedemable lead character. His journey through the prison system to the boxing ring forces him to confront his inner demons, and to ask forgiveness from those he has harmed. Definitely worth seeing at a film festival or anywhere you can find it!”