On the Ropes (1999)

The story of three young boxers and their coach who is determined to guide them in a positive direction in and out of the ring.

Directors:

Nanette Burstein, Brett Morgen

Stars:

Sam Doumit, Martin Goldman, Harry Keitt

Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 6 wins & 3 nominations.

Cast

Credited cast:
Sam Doumit	...	Maya
Martin Goldman	...	Himself
Harry Keitt	...	Himself
Randy Little	...	Himself
Tyrene Manson	...	Herself
Mickey Marcello	...	Himself
Eddie Mustafa Muhammad	...	Himself
Aida Santiago	...	Herself
Noel Santiago	...	Himself
George Walton	...	Himself

Storyline

The story of three young boxers and their coach who is determined to guide them in a positive direction in and out of the ring.

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Plot Keywords:

boxing | gym | boxing trainer | title fight | fight | 

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Genres:

Documentary | Drama | Sport

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

22 January 1999 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

Box Office

Opening Weekend:

$32,544 (USA) (24 September 1999)

Gross:

$47,074 (USA) (17 March 2000)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Highway Films, Learning Channel (TLC), The, Magnolia Mae Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

94 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color

User Reviews

The Best Documentary of 1999

On the Ropes(1999) is one of the most powerful documentaries to come out of the USA in many years. It deals with the fortunes and injustices of the boxing world. The most tragic segment of this film is the story of the woman boxer who went to prison for a crime she didn't comment just because of the lousy justice system and the fact that she didn't have much money. What seen on the screen is probably the most realistic depictions of boxing life that has ever been shown at the cinema. Has to be one of the greatest documentaries of all time. Anyone who interested in boxing or wants to be a boxer should watch this film to learn of the realities of this brutal sport.