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Shadowboxer (2005)

"Feeling Protected Is Very Seductive"

5.120051h 33mEN
ActionCrimeDramaThriller

Directed by Lee Daniels

Rating

5.1/10

Runtime

1h 33m

Language

EN

Release

September 9, 2005

Director

Lee Daniels

Official Trailer

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Overview

Mikey and Rose are professional assassins. They are also lovers, and once upon a time Rose also knew Mikey's father. During an elaborate hit job for a malicious gangster, Rose fails to kill the main target, the gangster's pregnant girlfriend. Instead, she delivers her baby and convinces Mikey to hel...

Cast

Cuba Gooding Jr.

Cuba Gooding Jr.

Mikey

Helen Mirren

Helen Mirren

Rose

Vanessa Ferlito

Vanessa Ferlito

Vicki

Macy Gray

Macy Gray

Neisha

Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Dr. Don

Stephen Dorff

Stephen Dorff

Clayton Mayfield

Mo'Nique

Mo'Nique

Precious

Tom Pasch

Tom Pasch

Andrew

Ryan Eric Speise

Ryan Eric Speise

Anthony - Age 3

Matt Higgins

Matt Higgins

Eddie

John Panzarella

John Panzarella

Man in Hotel

Marvina Vinique

Marvina Vinique

Mikey's Mother

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Shadowboxer (2005), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Mikey and Rose are professional assassins. They are also lovers, and once upon a time Rose also knew Mikey's father. During an elaborate hit job for a malicious gangster, Rose fails to kill the main target, the gangster's pregnant girlfriend. Instead, she delivers her baby and convinces Mikey to help her protect them both. As Rose weakens from cancer, Mikey becomes breadwinner for this unusual family. But tranquility will not last.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Shadowboxer. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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