Bobcat Moretti

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Joe Aug 5, 2023 There are few movies that come out that you just can't stop thinking about. Bobcat Moretti is one of them. Wow!!! I went in not knowing much and I left with a new favorite underdog movie. This is the kind of film that ANYBODY will be moved by. I just loved it! I'm now going to buy it on DVD. See more Sally J @RT93427506 Jan 26, 2025 Great movie, it deserves a academy award, when a movie touches your heart and makes u cry, I was amazed. See more Sandy K @RT47656869 Oct 17, 2023 I heard about this movie, watched the trailer and was instantly intrigued. I really liked the fact that even though this is technically a boxing movie, it didn't focus or rely solely on the boxing matches - as do most movies about the sport. We have seen those before and already know how those go. Instead, this felt like a relatable, human story about a broken man suffering with unimaginable grief, loss, guilt, trauma, isolation, and physical and emotional pain, who happens to use boxing and the whole "community" of a boxing gym to help him put the pieces of his life back together. If you have ever lost a parent, have children, have dealt with chronic health issues - mental and/or physical, you will be able to relate to Bobcat and will find yourself rooting hard for him. I really appreciated that this story didn't try to sugar coat how hard life can be, and put real life issues such as death, violent crime, addiction, family trauma, estrangement, isolation, domestic violence, mental health right in your face. Instead of packaging it up neatly or making the path forward seem way too easy as many films do, this one weaved all of those issues into very real, 3 dimensional characters who remind us of real people that we know and love, and parts of ourselves as well. I loved Vivica Fox's portrayal of the tough, but loving Jo. She was perfectly cast for that role! And I had never heard of Tim Realbuto before this movie, but will not forget him and the super honest performance he gave and the way he made his flawed character into someone we all wanted to hug and hang out with. The whole cast was great and just felt like a bunch of real life neighborhood people who happen to form a community because they work at the gym which became a healing and empowering space for all of them for different reasons. Great to see Matt Peters. Coolio and Taryn Manning, and Sally Kirkland all slaying their roles in an indie film!! The actress Sheria Irving who played Boots was great as well as Louis Mustillo as the lovable Carmine. The unhinged boxer/boyfriend Jay Hieron who played Tony was great in that he made you want to root against him! Honestly the whole cast did a great job creating full characters that by the end of the movie you felt you knew! I don't want to give anything away but I will say that I also loved the fact that although the physical and emotional transformation of Bobcat was amazing (I saw that the actor lost 154 pounds during the year long filming process)!! It wasn't cliched where he was ripped and looked like a professional boxer by the end of the movie. He didn't have a happily ever after moment with his love interest and magically save her from her situation. Everyone continued to move forward but still struggled. They continued to be flawed and human, and that made me relate to and like them even more! If you are looking for a cliched boxing or sports movie then you may or may not like this one. But if you love real stories about ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, or just need to be inspired or encouraged to keep fighting for yourself, give this a watch. You will be glad that you did! Bravo to the whole crew and cast who put this movie together! Make more like this! See more Amanda G @RT24282050 Sep 7, 2023 The best movie of the year, hands down. I can't stop thinking about it. It deserves to be seen again and again. I love Bobby, Jo, Lacey, all of them. They feel like old friends already. I watched it five times already. Best Picture Oscar please? See more Charles M @cmallory Sep 2, 2023 Rob Margolies' 'Bobcat Moretti' is a compelling film telling the story of an obese MS patient (played by Tim Realbuto) who finds his way to his late father's gym and begins training as a boxer. Along the way, we learn that he has suffered immense personal tragedy in his life and is struggling to find a way to deal with it and achieve balance and inner peace. The screenplay was artfully written by Rob Margolies and Tim Realbuto and tells Bobby 'Bobcat' Moretti's story with authenticity, transparency, empathy, and grace. Tim's performance is stellar. He actually lost 154 pounds during filming over the course of a year. He truly became Bobby Moretti as he dug into the role. The film features a large cast in supporting roles. Standout performances were given by Vivica Fox as the no-nonsense gym owner Joanne 'Jo' Wallis, Sheria Irving as the tough fellow boxer Lacy 'Boots' Harris, Jay Hieron as a celebrated boxer Tony Pinto, Matt Peters as Bobby's brother Charlie Moretti, Taryn Manning as Bobby's sister-in-law Debra Moretti, and Louis Mustillo as trainer Carmine. Cinematography by Andressa Cordeiro was expertly and artfully executed. Fight sequences choreographed by stunt coordinator Jay Hieron were well done and very realistic. Editing by Taylor Brusky created the right pace for the film and supported storytelling very well. The score by Ilan Rubin perfectly supported and elevated an already amazing film. Source music selected for the film was perfectly paired and included tracks by composer Ilan Rubin, such as "Sweet Kind of Suffering" and "You Can Be (Whoever You Want to Be)" played during the end credits. In short, this film elevates the human spirit and is well worth watching. See more Michalina S @RT25124303 Aug 19, 2023 LOVE it!! This film has so much heart. Absolutely fantastic performances that are sure to leave you inspired. See more Read all reviews

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