Cutman

Cutman

2025 · 107 min · Mystery, Crime, Drama

A retired boxer grapples with a terminal illness while reluctantly serving as an enforcer for low-level mobsters. Haunted by the memory of his deceased cutman, he suffers until a chance encounter with a troubled junkie and her daughter. He’s then embarks on a journey of redemption and retribution.

Directed by Michael Mailer · Written by Michael Mailer

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