Fight
Synopsis
A former boxer teaches at-risk students in Winnipeg to use boxing as a tool for discipline and personal growth while facing graduation challenges.
Synopsis
Baleski, a high school teacher in Winnipeg, uses boxing to help at-risk students facing graduation challenges. He combines physical training with life skills to build discipline and confidence. Students share their personal struggles, including difficult home lives and setbacks in school. Directed by Ervin Chartrand, "Fight" runs for 45 minutes and presents the role of mentorship in youth development through sports.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet a survivor of childhood trauma and abuse.
- Find out how a fire changed a young person's life.
- See the impact of a chaotic home environment on education.
Did You Know
- The narrator was hospitalized for three months after a fire incident at age 6.
- The narrator's mother began drinking before the narrator's father left.
- The narrator has known their mother longer than anyone else in their life.
- The narrator experienced physical abuse from their mother's boyfriend at a young age.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the narrator when they were a child?
The narrator was physically abused by their mother's boyfriend, who hit them with a belt and choked them.
How long was the narrator hospitalized?
The narrator was hospitalized for about 3 months after their sweater caught on fire.
What courses is the narrator taking in school?
The narrator is taking math, science, English, geography, and history.
What are people saying?
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