Basic Info
Release: May 11, 2012
Runtime: 94 min
Rating: ⭐ 6.0/10 (4 votes)
Status: Released
Videos
China Heavyweight Official Trailer #1 (2012) - Documentary Movie HD (YouTube)
China Heavyweight
2012
94 min
⭐ 6.0/10
4 votes
Overview
In southwestern China, state athletic coaches scour the countryside to recruit poor, rural teenagers who demonstrate a natural ability to throw a good punch. Moved into boxing training centers, these boys and girls undergo a rigorous regimen that grooms them to be China’s next Olympic heroes but also prepares them for life outside the ring. As these young boxers develop, the allure of turning professional for personal gain and glory competes with the main philosophy behind their training – to represent their country. Interconnected with their story is that of their charismatic coach, Qi Moxiang, who – now in his late thirties and determined to win back lost honor – trains for a significant fight.
Genres
Documentary
Production Countries
- Canada
- China
- Finland
- Japan
- United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
- Cantonese cn
- Mandarin zh
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Cast
Crew
Yung Chang
Director
Sun Shaoguang
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