NOTORIOUS NICK Review: Hearty MMA Drama Takes A Few Licks, Stays Fighting To The Finish
Aaron Leong’s latest MMA drama is currently available on digital in the U.S. through Lionsgate with Notorious Nick, which is also streaming on Tubi. The film stars Cody Christian, who takes on the title role based on the true story of a professional MMA fighter who climbed his way into the arena, conquering multiple opponents on both sides of the octagon, battling skilled fighters, and an ableist sports political millieu that nearly cost him his career. Such was the case for Nick Newell (Christian), born with a congenital defect that left him with only one fully grown arm since birth and forced to cope with incessant bullying from childhood. He’s not alone though, through the help and companionship of fellow classmate Avi (Cameron James Matthews). Their friendship provenly stands the test of time as the two grow from boyhood to young adulthood and work to join their school’s wrestling team […]
