A retired boxer intends to return to the ring for one last shot at the title, but first he must make the weight. Holed up in a room in Las Vegas with an unscrupulous trainer, he embarks on an intensive and illegal weight-cutting program.
Critics' Reviews
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At first glance, “The Cut” seems to be a standard-issue boxing film about an out-of-nowhere contender being given an unexpected shot at a big match—the kind of basic underdog sports drama that never seems to go out of style. However, anyone in the mood for such a thing who decides to go and see it may be more than a little startled to see that while it starts like a “Rocky” clone, it soon transforms into a film more focused on body horror than body blows with images so gruesome and grotesque that they make the typical violence associated with the sport seem like child’s play by comparison. That might sound interesting in theory, I suppose, but while the film may not go about its expected narrative path, it never quite manages to make itself into anything interesting or edifying and winds up wasting an undeniably committed performance from Orlando Bloom in the process.
Full Cast of The Cut
Clare Dunne
Mother
Fans of Clare Dunne will appreciate her role in the movie 'The Cut' for its intense emotional depth and strong character development, showcasing her ability to portray complex, resilient women. Compared to her most iconic performance in 'Herself,' where she played a determined single mother rebuilding her life, 'The Cut' offers a different yet equally compelling facet of her acting range, emphasizing raw vulnerability alongside strength. An interesting detail about her role in 'The Cut' is that Dunne performed many of her own stunts, adding authenticity to the physical demands of her character's journey.
John Turturro
Boz
Fans of John Turturro will appreciate his role in 'The Cut' because it showcases his ability to portray deep emotional complexity and resilience, much like his most iconic performance as Jesus Quintana in 'The Big Lebowski.' While Jesus Quintana is memorable for his eccentric, flamboyant persona and comedic timing, 'The Cut' presents Turturro in a more dramatic and somber light, highlighting his range as an actor. An interesting detail is that Turturro not only starred in 'The Cut,' but also contributed to its authenticity by immersing himself in the cultural and historical context of the character, adding layers to his performance often unexpected by audiences familiar with his comedic roles.
Orlando Bloom
The Boxer
Orlando Bloom's involvement in the movie 'The Cut' marked a compelling departure from his usual roles, showcasing his versatility as an actor. His performance was widely praised for its emotional depth and authenticity, bringing a nuanced portrayal that resonated with both critics and audiences. What made his role unique was how he embraced the character's complex emotional journey, blending subtlety with intensity. A lesser-known behind-the-scenes fact is that Bloom spent significant time researching the historical context of the film, including meeting survivors and historians, to authentically capture the spirit and gravity of the story, which added a profound layer of realism to his performance.
Oliver Trevena
Jay
Kaine Zajaz
Bobby
Ed Kear
Manny
Crew of The Cut
Full backstage crew list →- Released September 04, 2025