What’s Aged the Worst?
The slow opening, changing attitudes toward MMA, the underwritten promoter, and the scarcity of brother-to-brother scenes receive criticism.
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- The first forty minutes are slow for repeat viewing, though the pace is defended as purposeful.
- A teacher fighting MMA would likely be admired by students now rather than carrying the same stigma.
- The hedge-fund promoter played by the director is judged less vivid than the role's potential.
- Brendan's wife briefly follows the familiar wet-blanket pattern before supporting him.
- One more scene between the brothers before their final fight is requested.