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Undefeated (2003 film)

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Undefeated
Written byJohn Leguizamo
Frank Pugliese
Directed byJohn Leguizamo
StarringJohn Leguizamo
Clifton Collins Jr.
Music byJuju Gigante
Psycho Les
Roy Nathanson
Bill Ware
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
Production
ProducersScott Macaulay
Robin O'Hara
Jeffrey Sharp
CinematographyEnrique Chediak
EditorBill Pankow
Running time92 minutes
Production companyHBO Films
Original release
NetworkHBO
ReleaseJuly 26, 2003 (2003-07-26)[1]

Undefeated is a 2003 HBO television film starring and directed by John Leguizamo.[2][3][4]

Storyline

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This film follows a boxer who climbs the ranks as a featherweight fighter who has never lost a match. The story starts in Queens, New York with Leguizamo training and then fighting in a Golden Gloves boxing match. When his brother who owned a convenience store dies, he is faced with the decision of never boxing again. He soon turns pro and goes to win the championship bout. Quickly the champ struggles with success, entourage, and relationships with his girlfriend as well as his manager.

Cast

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References

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  1. ^ "Leguizamo Climbs into Ring of Opportunity". Los Angeles Times. July 20, 2003. Retrieved April 26, 2020.
  2. ^ Brescia, Joe (September 13, 2003). "For Leguizamo, Boxing Film Was More Than Acting". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved April 26, 2020.
  3. ^ Rooney, David (June 25, 2003). "Leguizamo's 'Undefeated' at Latino fest". Variety. Retrieved April 26, 2020.
  4. ^ Hernandez, Ernio (July 14, 2003). "Sexaholix John Leguizamo Directs and Stars in HBO Drama 'Undefeated,' July 26". Playbill. Retrieved April 26, 2020.
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