Shadow Boxers (1999)
Why do women fight? This riveting behind-the-scenes look into the world of the female combatant takes us from manicures to knockouts! It turns our attention to the woman who is widely considered pound for pound the most dangerous fighter of any time, undefeated boxing sensation Lucia Rijker (Rollerball, TV's "Thunderbox"). She reveals the stages of physical, mental and spiritual growth while smashing opponents and preconceptions. "Shadow Boxers" exposes the beauty and brutality of the sport through the eyes of the introspective fighter while showing what's really at stake when women enter the ring.
Director: Katya Bankowsky
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 72 min
Release Date: June 2, 1999
Cast
- Michael Bentt - Himself
- Lucia Rijker - Herself
Cinematography: Anthony Hardwick, Anthony Wolberg
Editing: Katya Bankowsky
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Shadow Boxers about?
- Why do women fight? This riveting behind-the-scenes look into the world of the female combatant takes us from manicures to knockouts! It turns our attention to the woman who is widely considered pound for pound the most dangerous fighter of any time, undefeated boxing sensation Lucia Rijker (Rollerball, TV's "Thunderbox"). She reveals the stages of physical, mental and spiritual growth while smashing opponents and preconceptions. "Shadow Boxers" exposes the beauty and brutality of the sport through the eyes of the introspective fighter while showing what's really at stake when women enter the ring.
- Who directed Shadow Boxers?
- Shadow Boxers was directed by Katya Bankowsky.
- Who stars in Shadow Boxers?
- Shadow Boxers stars Michael Bentt, Lucia Rijker.
- How long is Shadow Boxers?
- Shadow Boxers has a runtime of 1h 12m (72 minutes).
- What genre is Shadow Boxers?
- Shadow Boxers is a Documentary film.