

China Heavyweight(2012)
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.
Director
Yung ChangTrailer

Crew
Box Office
$10K
Details
Original Title
千锤百炼
Original Language
zh
Country
Canada, China, Finland, Japan, United Kingdom
Production
CNEX Foundation, EyeSteelFilm, Yuan Fang Media, Sundance
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