Deep Dive: JessZilla (2023)
Film Lens
JessZilla follows Jesselyn Silva, a 15-year-old boxer who has won three national championships. As she is on the verge of qualifying for the Olympic team, she receives a life-altering cancer diagnosis. The film captures her dual fight: one in the boxing ring and the other against cancer.
The documentary presents a personal narrative, focusing on Jesselyn's relationship with her father and the emotional and physical toll of her diagnosis. It shows her determination to overcome obstacles while balancing her aspirations in sports and her health battle.
Why Watch
- •Meet Jesselyn Silva, a young boxing champion.
- •Follow her fight against cancer while training for the Olympics.
- •See the father-daughter bond in sports.
Did You Know
•Jesselyn Silva is a 15-year-old 3x national boxing champion.
•She is on the cusp of making the Olympic team in 2023.
•Jesselyn faces a cancer diagnosis during her athletic career.
Perfect For
Boxing enthusiastsCancer awareness advocatesSports documentaries fans