In the gritty, neon-lit world of competitive aerial combat, Joel Warren’s “Joust” thrusts viewers into the high-stakes arena where ancient chivalry meets modern savagery. The film follows a disgraced former champion, a skilled but haunted pilot who once ruled the sky on his armored mechanical steed, now forced to return to the brutal tournament circuit to settle a devastating debt. His primary motivation is redemption, not just for his own tarnished name but to protect the family he left behind. He must navigate a treacherous landscape of ruthless rival pilots, corrupt tournament officials, and the unforgiving laws of physics that govern their deadly jousts. As he climbs the ranks, he finds an unlikely ally in a cunning and resourceful mechanic who sees past his scars to the heart of a true competitor. The central conflict is a visceral battle for survival and honor, where every tilt of the lance could be the last. The tone is a relentless, gritty mix of high-octane action and raw human drama, set against a backdrop of roaring engines and clashing steel.