Shadow Boxers
Shadow Boxers
| 02 June 1999 (USA)
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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.

Reviews
coolhandanna

Although this film is short, it had me begging to watch even further into the life of a female boxer and the boxers around them. I, myself, being an amateur female boxer, could notice right off the bat that this movie had credibility, and that it wasn't just a movie looking for some exciting fighting shots. It is film that is meant to show you exactly what it takes and the dedication that these female boxers have to this sport. It was an honest film, showing the dangerous aspects but also a very touching film because it showed how powerful these women could be in this sport (especially touching to another boxer like myself). I fully went into this movie thinking it was gonna make boxing look just like a brutal, gladiator type of sport, and came out surprising happy. After watching this Lucia Rijker is now and always will be an inspiration to me.

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tomasfc

This documentary sheds light on the world of women's professional boxing. It shows some of the barriers the true professional women boxers face and documents in part the life of Lucia Rijker, who's been aptly dubbed "the most dangerous woman in the world." Very well shot, sometimes funny, and very gripping. A must for anybody who is interested in, or has an opinion about women's boxing.

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rjbanks

This exceptional film captivated me from the start and never let go. The skillfully scripted story line presents the viewer with contextual background on the sport of women's boxing, an exploration into the psyche of the participants, and a chronicle of Lucia Rijker's rise to the top of the sport. These elements combine with a fresh creative film style and stimulating original soundtrack to afford the viewer a truly visceral understanding of what women's boxing is all about. You'll either be inspired to get in the ring or swear its not for you. I particularly enjoyed the diverse and entertaining cast of characters who all contribute to a rich experience. This film is definitely interesting and insightful, but more than that, it is a lot of fun to watch.

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