Etched In Pavement
SOME STORIES LIVE IN THE CRACKS.
In a remote corner of Detroit, where the streets echo with both hardship and hope, two young men turn fighting into a language of survival, purpose and community. Filmed over four years, Etched In Pavement follows Dwane Taylor and Michael Futrell whose weaving paths move through youth combat sports, professional boxing and their grassroots Guns Down, Gloves Up street-fighting movement. As they navigate fatherhood, loss, and those who came before, the film becomes an intimate portrait of generations caught between violence and purpose, survival and legacy.
Directed by John Sippel · Written by John Sippel
In theaters Oct 29, 2026
Where to Watch
Rent or Buy
Cast
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Dwane Taylor Self -
Michael Futrell Self -
Joe Louis Self -
Joe Louis Barrow Jr. Self - Joyce Barrow-Henderson Self
- John Louis Barrow Self
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Ozvaldo Rivera Self - Julio Hernandez Self
Trailers & Videos
Make it a double feature
2h 57m together
Etched In Pavement
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