Filming began at the 1995 Golden Gloves competition, the first year women were allowed to compete in the tournament.
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Filming began at the 1995 Golden Gloves competition, the first year women were allowed to compete in the tournament.
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Synopsis
Lucia Rijker trains at Gleason's Gym in Brooklyn, preparing for a comeback in women's boxing. Directed by Katya Bankowsky, "Shadow Boxers" follows Rijker as she transitions from a successful kickboxing career in Europe to pursuing a world title in boxing. Filming began in 1995 during the Golden Gloves competition, the first to include female fighters. Over three years, Rijker faces the challenges of a male-dominated sport, aiming to become a champion. The documentary features an original soundtrack by Argentine musician Zoel.
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Why Watch
- Meet Lucia Rijker, a pioneering female boxer.
- See the first year women competed in the Golden Gloves.
- Follow Rijker's training for the world title.
Did You Know
- Shadow Boxers premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 1999.
- Lucia Rijker was the kickboxing champion of Europe for 14 years.
- The film won the Audience Award runner-up at the Seattle Film Festival.
- Shadow Boxers played in 30 film festivals worldwide, winning multiple awards.
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Who directed the documentary Shadow Boxers?
Shadow Boxers was directed by Katya Bankowsky.
What year did Shadow Boxers premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival?
Shadow Boxers premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 1999.
Who is the main subject of the documentary Shadow Boxers?
The main subject of Shadow Boxers is pioneering fighter Lucia Rijker.
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