Knuckle: A Brutal Journey into Irish Traveler Bare-Knuckle Fighting
"Knuckle" is a raw and intense exploration into the brutal world of Irish Traveler bare-knuckle fighting, highlighting the destructive cycle of violence and honor.
7 Sept 2023
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Twelve years of filming reveal the violent feuds between three Irish Traveller families engaged in bare-knuckle boxing.
“Twelve years. Three clans. One war.”
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Twelve years of filming reveal the violent feuds between three Irish Traveller families engaged in bare-knuckle boxing.
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James Quinn McDonagh stands in a makeshift boxing ring, tension palpable as rival clans gather. Over 12 years, "Knuckle" follows the Joyces, Nevins, and Quinn-McDonaghs, documenting their bare-knuckle fights rooted in tradition. The film captures the intensity of their feuds, yet family members remain tight-lipped about the underlying reasons for their conflicts. This documentary offers a rare glimpse into the secretive world of Irish Traveller boxing, marked by loyalty and rivalry.
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- Meet the Joyces, Nevins, and Quinn-McDonaghs families.
- See the intense world of bare-knuckle boxing.
- Find out why feuds remain a secret among Travellers.
Did You Know
- The film took 12 years to make, from 1999 to 2011.
- Knuckle premiered at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival.
- It features three families: Joyces, Nevins, and Quinn-McDonaghs.
- The film has a 93% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 43 reviews.
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Irish Traveller cultureBare-knuckle boxingDocumentary enthusiasts
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What is the approval rating of Knuckle on Rotten Tomatoes?
Knuckle has an approval rating of 93% based on reviews from 43 critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
How long did it take to make the documentary Knuckle?
Knuckle was made in stages over a period of 12 years.
Who directed the documentary Knuckle?
Knuckle was directed by Ian Palmer.
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