# Never Back Down (2008)

> A rebellious teenager transforms anger and social alienation into disciplined mixed martial arts skill while confronting a ruthless schoolyard champion.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/4118

## Facts

- Runtime: 113 min
- Genres: Drama, Action
- Director: Jeff Wadlow
- Cast: Sean Faris, Amber Heard, Cam Gigandet, Djimon Hounsou, Evan Peters, Leslie Hope, Wyatt Smith, Neil Brown Jr.
- TMDB rating: 6.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1023111/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: simple
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: propulsive, melodramatic, rebellious, action movie night, teen movie marathon

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