About 'The Fight'

'The Fight', released in the year 2020, isn't just a movie but a stark representation of a pivotal time in American history. This compelling film presents a determined team of intrepid ACLU lawyers in their relentless fight for several crucial rights. The fight encompasses abortion rights, immigrant rights, LGBTQ rights, and voting rights. This PG-13 movie takes the audience on a dramatic journey of these rights battles at the intersection of the right to life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness.

Making/Production

'The Fight' director Elyse Steinberg, Josh Kriegman, and Eli Despres take on an observational approach where they carefully present unfolding events without a specific commentary or judgment. Through the tireless attorneys, we see the daunting challenge of legal battles against a somewhat oppressive system.

Actors

• Kerry Washington: As the executive producer, her poignant commentary throughout the film shaped the narrative effectively.
• Lee Gelernt: His stolid portrayal of a senior ACLU attorney added gravitas to the film narrative.
• Brigitte Amiri: In her role as a deputy director at the ACLU’s Reproductive Freedom Project, Brigitte brings a deeply empathetic and determined portrayal on screen.
• Joshua Block and Chase Strangio: As the defending lawyers battling for LGBTQ rights, their impassioned performances were pivotal in the film.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• The entire movie was filmed during the four years of former President Donald Trump's administration.
• Several cases discussed in the film are real battles fought in the US courts.
• Although 'The Fight' is predominantly a documentary, it successfully infuses elements of drama and contemporary realism into the narrative.

Quotes

• "This is the most important civil rights work being done right now." - Kerry Washington
• "Our opponents on the other side are out for blood, and they think we are all that's standing in their way." - Josh Block

Music, Soundtrack

• 'The Fight’s' score was composed by Gustavo Santaolalla whose rhythmic tempo ebbs and flows effectively throughout emotion-charged scenes.
• The documentary relied primarily on the live sounds of the scenes, which adds to its realism and immediacy.