Tapia
Three world titles across three weight classes mark Johnny Tapia's boxing career, overshadowed by the trauma of his mother's murder when he was eight.
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Three world titles across three weight classes mark Johnny Tapia's boxing career, overshadowed by the trauma of his mother's murder when he was eight.
Synopsis
Johnny Tapia, a boxer from Albuquerque, achieved world titles in three weight classes. His athletic success contrasts sharply with a troubled past marked by trauma. At eight years old, Tapia experienced the kidnapping and murder of his mother, an event that deeply affected his life. Throughout his career, he faced battles with drug addiction, mental illness, and multiple suicide attempts. Directed by Eddie Alcazar, the documentary presents a complex portrait of Tapia's life, intertwining his triumphs in the ring with his personal struggles.
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