"Southpaw" is a sports drama film released in 2015, directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by Varun Arora and Aaron Fischer. The movie stars Jake Gyllenhaal as Billy Banning, a young and talented boxer from a rough neighborhood in Chicago. The film follows Billy's journey as he rises through the ranks of professional boxing, while also dealing with personal struggles, including the loss of his mother and his troubled relationship with his girlfriend, Emma (played by Rachel McAdams).
"Southpaw" received mixed reviews from critics but was praised for its performances, particularly Jake Gyllenhaal's portrayal of Billy Banning. The film holds a 7.1/10 rating on IMDB and 46% on Rotten Tomatoes.
