What a terrific film! I'm not a big martial arts guy so I didn't know what to expect. But boy, was I ever pleased I took a flyer out on this one and checked out this gem of an indie film. Derek Fury did a wonderful job as an actor, director and writer. I can appreciate that's no easy thing to do. I really enjoyed the story and the pacing of the film. The story was so well written! The actors I thought were all quite good. Especially the leads. Bravo to all!!
Plot summary
A struggling Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor and a domestic abuse survivor, grapple with their past while trying to learn how to love once again.
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Martial Arts and Inner Journey
Lion Killer isn't what I expected at all. Much better, actually. Beautifully-filmed, well-acted by a good-looking cast, and with a very interesting story about battling inner demons through martial arts. An adult version of The Karate Kid, one might say, although that doesn't do it justice.
Overcoming all odds.
I really enjoyed watching Lion Killer. I learned alot about the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Director Derrick Fury did an exceptional job bringing this subject matter to life. All of the lead actors did really well. One couldn't help but pull for the underdog. The music & editing were all on point. A film that demonstrates, with major obstacles in life, that it's truly possible to overcome all odds.