Day of the Fight marks the directorial debut of acclaimed actor Jack Huston who also penned the screenplay. Huston is reunited with his Boardwalk Empire co-star and friend Michael C Pitt in this handsomely crafted drama about a once-renowned boxer (Pitt) as he takes a redemptive journey through his past and present on the day of his first fight since he left prison.
The film boasts a notable an impressive ensemble cast that also features Nicolette Robinson, John Magaro, Steve Buscemi, Ron Perlman, and legendary actor and frequent Martin Scorsese collaboprator, Joe Pesci.
We chatted to Huston about his film and the close relationship he has managed to mentatin woth felow Boardwalk empore cast mate, Pitt. We also spoke abouit his own ambitions and the films that have inspired his work.
Icon Film Distribution presents Day of the Fight out now on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital
