Like It Is (1998)

Plot

Bare-knuckle boxer Craig leaves the gritty streets of Blackpool for the vibrant scene of London, where he finds himself captivated by Matt, a charismatic music producer in his twenties. As Craig struggles to fit into Matt's fast-paced world, his insecurity grows. Complicating matters, Matt's manipulative boss plots to drive a wedge between the two. Tensions rise as Craig navigates love and ambition, attempting to maintain their relationship amidst external pressures and his own feelings of inadequacy. The film explores the challenges of love against a backdrop of ambition and the music industry.