Roman The Boxer
Roman The Boxer

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Roman The Boxer

2020
Movie
27 min
German

Haunted by the ghosts of his past and his angst of his future Roman is determined to prove himself as a boxer. For this dream he is willing to give up on everything: his friends, his health, even his own self.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: David GiancolaGenres: Drama, Sport

Plot Summary

A down-on-his-luck former boxing champion, Roman, gets a chance at redemption when he agrees to train a young, talented but troubled fighter. As Roman guides his protégé, he must confront his own past demons and the temptations that led to his downfall. The film explores themes of second chances, mentorship, and the sacrifices required to achieve success in both the ring and in life.

Critical Reception

Roman The Boxer received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot predictable and the acting uneven. Some praised the sports sequences and the effort of the lead actors, but these positives were often overshadowed by criticism of the script and overall execution. Audience reception was also largely lukewarm.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a formulaic narrative that offers few surprises.

  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors delivering stronger work than others.

  • The boxing action is competently staged but fails to elevate the overall weak story.

Google audience: Audience reviews were scarce, but those available indicated a general lack of engagement, with many viewers finding the film unremarkable and failing to leave a lasting impression.

Fun Fact

Eric Roberts, known for his prolific acting career, often takes on roles in independent films and has appeared in a vast number of projects across various genres.

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