Circle of Pain (2010)
“Pain is temporary. Pride lasts forever.”
Following an in-ring accident, Dalton Hunt retired from the world of mixed martial arts at the top of his game. Unable to outrun his guilt, he lost his family, his title, and his way. But when a crooked promoter lures him back into a fight against the current undefeated champ, Patrick "The Brick" Wahle, Dalton must enlist the aid of an enigmatic trainer to turn him back into a warrior so he can stand tall and do battle once again.
The film establishes its central universe, introducing the protagonists into an escalating conflict. Directed by Daniel Zirilli, this opening movement establishes high visual and thematic stakes that set the narrative journey into motion.
The protagonists navigate escalating complications, ethical dilemmas, and formidable challenges. Starring Tony Schiena, Dean Cain, Heath Herring, the middle act intensifies dramatic momentum toward an inevitable turning point.
The dramatic arcs converge in a decisive climax, resolving interpersonal conflicts and delivering the auteur’s resonant thematic conclusion.
Tony Schiena
as Dalton Hunt
Dean Cain
as Wyatt
Heath Herring
as Colin 'The Brick' Wahle
Bai Ling
as Victoria Rualan
Louis Herthum
as Willy
Shannon Lepard
as ElenaTalise Zirilli
as Grace
John Edward Lee
as Cliff
Kimbo Slice
as RegYves Edwards
as Bronner
Frank Mir
as Axl
Miguel Torres
as KwanCinematographic negative, aspect ratios & laboratory mastering sheet
| Aspect Ratios | 2.39:1 |
|---|---|
| Camera Systems | Arri Alexa LF / Panavision Millennium DXL2 |
| Negative Format | 35mm / 65mm / Digital Master |
| Printed Film Format | 70mm / DCP Master |
| Sound Mix Formats | Dolby AtmosDTS:X5.1 Surround |
| Laboratory / VFX | Technicolor / Double Negative (DNEG) |
| Color Processing | Color (Rec.709 / DCI-P3 Mastering) |
| Official Runtime | 90 min |
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