In the realm of black-and-white boxing movies, one name stands out as crucial - Jack Huston. His directorial debut, "Day of the Fight," has taken an intriguing path from its Venice Film Festival premiere to its long-awaited theater release.

Unveiling the Heart of a Boxer's Journey

Section 1: The Birth of a Film

Martin Scorsese, the director of the iconic "Raging Bull," hosted the buzzworthy New York screening of "Day of the Fight." Jack Huston, who played a key role in this film, shared his experience. "He got an early cut of the movie and has been a huge supporter. It's just lovely to hear from Marty's own voice, 'This is nothing like Raging Bull.'" This film, set over one day, centers around Mikey (played by Michael Pitt), a former prisoner gearing up for his first fight. It's not just about the prize money; it's about making amends.Michael Pitt and Nicolette Robinson in the film. Falling Forward Films."The amount of people at different screenings who say they hate boxing movies but love this one is amazing," Huston said with a grin. "We didn't call it Day of the Fight for a reason."

Section 2: Huston's Career and Family Ties

Huston's career as an actor has been diverse. He starred in shows like "Boardwalk Empire" and "Expats." His family connection to the film world is remarkable. His aunt is Oscar-winner Anjelica Huston, his uncle is Danny Huston, and his grandfather is John Huston. Despite always knowing he wanted to be a director, he waited for the right project. "I've sat behind great filmmakers, soaking up as much as possible. I wasn't rushed; I waited for the right one."Day of the Fight had its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival in 2023 and is finally hitting theaters after a long wait.

Section 3: The Challenges of Distribution

Finding a distributor for a black-and-white film about an '80s boxer wasn't easy. Huston humorously explained, "We nicknamed the film Fight of the Day because every day was a fight. We didn't have much money, and black-and-white gives a timeless texture and is forgiving."Ron Perlman, Michael Pitt, Jack Huston, and Lashawn Garnes on the set. Falling Forward Films.Huston even sustained a vocal injury while advocating for the film's release. "I developed a polyp on my vocal cord from all the phone calls. But I'm determined to see this through."

Section 4: Casting and Collaboration

Casting Michael Pitt was no easy task. "Getting him cast was almost an impossibility," Huston said. But he fought for it and they lived together before the shoot, discussing the light and dark.Steve Buscemi completed the "Boardwalk Empire" reunion in the film. Huston emphasized the importance of having the right people in your corner.

Section 5: The Support of Filmmakers

Ridley Scott personally called A24 to push for the film's release. "If you don't run to release this movie, you're a f---ing idiot," Huston recalled. Martin Scorsese and Gus Van Sant also supported the film. "Having these filmmakers believe in this stuff is crucial. Without them, we wouldn't be here."Joe Pesci and Michael Pitt in the film. Falling Forward Films.At the Virginia Film Festival screening, audience members were moved. "That's the beauty of film. These people still care," Huston said.This time, cinema won, and "Day of the Fight" is now available for audiences to experience.