Bruiser

Set during a summer break, this drama follows fourteen-year-old Darious as he navigates his understanding of manhood. He struggles with a volatile relationship with his stern father, Malcolm, while forming a bond with a mysterious drifter named Porter. As Darious learns more about Porter's true identity, he becomes entangled in a clash between the two men that threatens his safety and his family stability.

The film was directed by Miles Warren, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Ben Medina. The cast features Jalyn Hall in the lead role, alongside Trevante Rhodes, Shamier Anderson, and Shinelle Azoroh. Produced by Lyrical Media, Ryder Picture Company, Silent R Management, and Toula67 Entertainment, the project involved a credited crew of 44 people.

Released in late 2022 in the United States, Bruiser has a runtime of 101 minutes. Audience reception is generally positive, with a rating of 6.2 on IMDb based on 953 votes and a slightly higher score of 6.3 on TMDB from 33 votes.