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CounterPunch

2017 · Movie · 91 min · ★ 6.5 · 66% critics

Documentary

As boxing fades from the spotlight, three fighters in very different phases of their lives push through setbacks and personal sacrifices while chasing the same goal: becoming champions. It’s a grounded look at ambition, pressure, and what the sport demands.

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Details
Original title
Counterpunch
Years
2017
Release date
2017-06-16
Language
English
Runtime
91 min
Max quality
HD
Critic score
66/100
TMDB rating
6.5/10 (40 votes)
About

You may like this if you’re drawn to determined sports stories and real-world ambition, especially if titles like Generation Iron appeal to you; Not for you if you want a lighter mood or a wider subject beyond boxing.

Pros: clear underdog premise; strong ambition theme; multiple career perspectives | Cons: boxing-only focus; serious tone; limited broader scope

Themes

  • sports
  • boxing

Cast & crew

Directed by Jay Bulger