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201993 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

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Ringside

201993 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Two young boxers in Chicago's South Side confront violence and economic hardship as they strive to achieve their dreams in the sport.

“The real struggle lies beyond the ropes”

Gaming Community Sports Doping

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André Hörmann

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Two young boxers in Chicago's South Side confront violence and economic hardship as they strive to achieve their dreams in the sport.

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André Hörmanndirector

André Hörmannwriter

Kenneth Sims Jr.

Kenneth Sims Jr.cast

Destyne Butler Jr.

Destyne Butler Jr.cast

Kenneth Sims Sr.cast

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Darius and Jamar train at a boxing gym in Chicago's South Side. They face numerous challenges as they pursue their dreams in the sport. The documentary follows their lives and the struggles of their families against a backdrop of violence and economic hardship. It captures their determination and ambition while reflecting the realities of life in one of America's most troubled neighborhoods. Directed by André Hörmann, "Ringside" runs for 93 minutes and was released in 2019.

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