Broken Noses (1987)

A documentary, photographed in black-and-white, with a hip jazz soundtrack, looks at the boys and coach of a small but accomplished boxing club near Portland, Oregon. The film focuses on ... See full summary »

Director:

Bruce Weber

Stars:

Andy Minsker, Sean Bedwell, Aaron Berry

1 win & 1 nomination.

Cast

Credited cast:
Andy Minsker	...	Himself
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Sean Bedwell	...	Himself
Aaron Berry	...	Himself
Warren Bressler	...	Himself
Josh Chumley	...	Himself
Nat Chumley	...	Himself
Chad Davis	...	Himself
Rodney Hale	...	Himself
Gerry Heller	...	Himself
Damion Jasmer	...	Himself
Rodney Pursel	...	Himself
Jason Randol	...	Himself
Morgan Young	...	Himself

Storyline

A documentary, photographed in black-and-white, with a hip jazz soundtrack, looks at the boys and coach of a small but accomplished boxing club near Portland, Oregon. The film focuses on the coach, former Olympic contender and pro athlete Andy Minsker, and tells not only the story of his devotion to his young athletes, but hints at childhood obsticles which may have prompted Minsker, as an adult, to give his students guidance, support and love with such enthuasism and dedication.

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Plot Keywords:

portland oregon | boxing | competition | youth | homoeroticism | 

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Taglines:

A knockout

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Genres:

Documentary | Sport

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

4 November 1987 (USA)

Also Known As:

Spasmenes mytes

Filming Locations:

Portland, Oregon, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Kira Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

75 min

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Black and White Color

Did You Know?

Soundtracks

"Won't You"
by Danny Small

User Reviews

Beautifully Shot In B&W

Bruce Weber's first directorial effort is a beautiful mix of B&W cinematography and scintillating jazz songs. Weber's documentary focuses on Andy Minsker, a very attractive(and often silly)lightweight boxer, who trains a group of kids in his small boxing club in Oregon. Becoming role model to them all, he dedicates his time to help them become the boxers they aspire to be. Minkser's relationship with his parents and stepparents is also captured(he was raised in a broken home), and many times true feelings are revealed that have never before been uttered. The very camera friendly Andy is a delight to watch in this film, and at times he acts like a little kid as well. As with most of Bruce Weber's work, there's no denying the homoerotic feel; from the boxing club training to a play fight between Minkser and one of his trainees, there's always a hint of it. Fans of Weber's work will not be disappointed, and those looking for a good boxing documentary should check this one out. Filmed in B&W interspersed with color sequences.