Boxer

2024 [POLISH]

Drama / Sport

4
IMDb Rating 6.5/10 10 1506 1.5K

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Plot summary

With only his wife by his side, a promising young boxer flees communist Poland to chase his dream of becoming the greatest fighter in history.

Director

Mitja Okorn Photo
Mitja Okorn

Top cast

Alex Fernandez Photo
Alex Fernandez as Nicky
Tony Amendola Photo
Tony Amendola as Doctor Kruszelnicki
Don McManus Photo
Don McManus as Konstanty Zalewski
Nick Boraine Photo
Nick Boraine as Henryk
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1.37 GB
1280*536
Polish 2.0
NR
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25 fps
2 hr 32 min
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2.81 GB
1920*804
Polish 5.1
NR
Subtitles ar   ca   cz   dk   de   gr   us   es   eu   fi   fr   gl   il   hr   hu   id   it   ja   kr   ms   no   nl   pl   pt   ro   ru   sv   th   tr   uk   vi   cn  
25 fps
2 hr 32 min
Seeds 3

Movie Reviews

Reviewed by gnapm 6 / 10

Okay movie, goes up and down all the time

"Boxer" has its moments but ultimately feels a bit stretched, clocking in at a runtime that could have been trimmed. The story holds promise, but the lead actor's performance falls flat, lacking the depth necessary for a compelling protagonist. However, the main actress shines with a captivating performance that adds some much-needed real emotions to the film. Unfortunately, the boxing scenes miss the mark; they're filled with unrealistic, wide haymakers that no professional would throw, undermining the sport's authenticity. Overall, while there are highlights, "Boxer" fails to deliver a knockout punch.
Reviewed by pal-gandharv 7 / 10

A Punching Tale of Redemption and Polish Pride

Boxer tells the story of a young boy with a troubled upbringing, dominated by his abusive father. Despite his difficult childhood, the boy excels in chemistry, a talent that takes a backseat after his father's death when he transitions into the world of boxing. The movie captures his rise to fame, with Eryk Kulm delivering an outstanding performance as the protagonist. His portrayal of a boxer grappling with fame and internal demons is both powerful and nuanced.The boxing scenes, while good, could have been more polished. Some moments lacked the intensity that makes boxing films truly stand out. Nevertheless, the story holds its own, particularly as it touches on the emotional and cultural realities of Polish sportsmen seeking opportunities abroad. While this is often viewed as a loss for the country, Boxer frames it as a narrative of triumph.The movie is consistently engaging, though it is occasionally interrupted by a few boring scenes every 15-20 minutes, which slightly disrupt the overall flow. Despite these small hiccups, Boxer is an entertaining film that offers a compelling blend of personal struggle, sports, and Polish cultural commentary.
Reviewed by sharonkasbia 8 / 10

Entertaining movie

Well written and you have sympathy with some of the key characters. I love most boxing films and this didn't fail to entertain. Some comedy, drama and emotional scenes all done quite well. It's a little long if I do have one complaint. The start is dragged out and could have been reduced.The ending was quite fitting and wrapped up the movie quite well. Everyone acted really well. It's the first Polish Film I have seen and it's made me want to venture into the world of Polish cinema is this is anything to go by.If you have 2.5 hrs to kill, this isn't a bad was to spend it.It's a great little gem.
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