Southpaw is a drama/sports film directed by Antoine Fuqua and stars Jake Gyllenhaal.
While the boxing matches are shot with a brutal, cinematic intensity, the film's true heart lies in its emotional weight: Southpaw (2015) - IMDb southpaw movie
The tragedy strikes when a heated confrontation with a rival boxer leads to a freak shooting that kills Maureen. This event triggers a catastrophic downward spiral: Billy loses his boxing license, his fortune, and eventually, custody of his young daughter, Leila, to child protective services. To regain his life, Billy must start from the bottom, seeking the guidance of (Forest Whitaker), a no-nonsense trainer at a rundown local gym. The Transformation of Jake Gyllenhaal Southpaw is a drama/sports film directed by Antoine