POOR BOYS GAME

Feature Drama, 2007

Directed by

Clement Virgo

Starring

Rossif Sutherland, Danny Glover & Flex Alexander

SYNOPSIS

Donnie Rose went to prison for beating a young black man so brutally it left him handicapped for life. Nine years later, Donnie is a changed man but must go back home to the same violent place that created him.

George Carvery has waited nine years to avenge his son’s fate. When he meets Donnie, however, Carvery surprisingly overcomes his need for vengeance.  But the black community still wants justice. Their instrument is Ossie Paris – a devastatingly talented boxer who challenges Donnie to a grudge match.

As the racism boils to the surface, Carvery trains Donnie for the fight. Their partnership makes them outcasts from both tribes, knowing that their futures will be decided with the bell of the first round.

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

Berlinale International Film Festival(2007)
Toronto International Film Festival (2007)
Atlantic Film International Film Festival (2007)
- People’s Choice Award
- Best Original Screenplay
- Best Art Direction
- Best Canadian Feature
Calgary International Film Festival (2007)
- Audience Award
Pan African Film Festival (2007)
- Best Feature
Vancouver Film Critics’ Circle
- Best Supporting Actor – Greg Bryk (WINNER)