The Boxer (1980)

The Boxer (1980) poster

Phumlani, a young and ambitious boxer trained by Ta Max, has a big fight coming up when fate deals him a bad turn and he is tragically left paralyzed in a wheelchair after a random freak accident. The young man soon spirals into a state of depression, having lost all his will to live as a cripple.

Director: Michele Hartslief
Genre: Action, Drama
Runtime: 72 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Country: South Africa
Language: Xhosa, isiZulu
Original Language: zu

Themes

Knockout and Spirit in the Boxing Ring, Boxing and Bloody Fighting Stories, Boxing and Fighting Stories

Keywords

boxing

Trailer

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More Films by Director: Michele Hartslief
More Films in Genre: Action, Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Boxer about?
Phumlani, a young and ambitious boxer trained by Ta Max, has a big fight coming up when fate deals him a bad turn and he is tragically left paralyzed in a wheelchair after a random freak accident. The young man soon spirals into a state of depression, having lost all his will to live as a cripple.
Who directed The Boxer?
The Boxer was directed by Michele Hartslief.
Who stars in The Boxer?
The Boxer stars Hector Mathanda, Sizwe Dlamini, Figile Majosi, Emmanuel Shangasi.
How long is The Boxer?
The Boxer has a runtime of 1h 12m (72 minutes).
What genre is The Boxer?
The Boxer is a Action, Drama film.
Where was The Boxer produced?
The Boxer was produced in South Africa.
What are the themes of The Boxer?
The themes of The Boxer include: Knockout and Spirit in the Boxing Ring, Boxing and Bloody Fighting Stories, Boxing and Fighting Stories.