Champion (2002)

5.2/10 • 115 min • Drama

Overview

This biopic tells the true story of Korean boxer Kim Deuk-gu. Born into poverty, Kim used boxing to free himself from his bleak surroundings, eventually becoming the world's top lightweight. Tragically, Kim's life was cut short when he died from a blood clot in his brain during a championship fight with Ray Boom Boom Mancini.

Cast

Yu Oh-seong

Chae Min-seo

Jung Doo-hong

Kim Hyun-sook

Ji Dae-han

Shin Jung-keun

Yang Gil-yeong

Kim Won-jung

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