NR | 1h 39m | Drama, Sport | Sept. 20, 2024
“The Featherweight” is a mockumentary about the comeback of legendary boxer Willie Pep (James Madio). Six years retired, Pep attempts a daring return to the boxing ring.
‘The Featherweight’: As Light as Its Titular Weight Class
Valiant effort by first-time director Robert Kolodny is marred by intrusive mockumentary device, mostly unlikable characters, and slow pacing.
Willie Pep (James Madio, in ring) talks to journalists during training, in "The Featherweight." Pep Films LLC/Appian Way Productions
Mark Jackson
Film Critic
Mark Jackson is the senior film critic for The Epoch Times and a Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic. Mark earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Williams College, followed by classical theater conservatory training, and has 20 years' experience as a New York professional actor. He narrated The Epoch Times audiobook "How the Specter of Communism Is Ruling Our World," available on iTunes, Audible, and YouTube. Mark is featured in the book "How to Be a Film Critic in Five Easy Lessons" by Christopher K. Brooks. In addition to films, he enjoys Harley-Davidsons, rock-climbing, qigong, martial arts, and human rights activism.
