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On the Ropes (1999)

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The dreams and struggles of three aspiring boxers and the trainer who works with them (at the same Bed-Stuy gym where Mike Tyson used to work out) form the basis of On The Ropes, a documentary that debuted at the 1999 Sundance Film Festival. Noel Santiago, a one-time gang member, has the skills to be a good boxer, but lacks the conviction to work through the struggles involved. George Walton, a Golden Gloves champ, had his shot at a professional career but lost it at the hands of a crooked

Unrated, 1 hr. 34 min.

Documentary, Sports & Fitness

Directed By: Nanette Burstein , Brett Morgen

In Theaters: Aug 18, 1999 Wide

On DVD: Apr 25, 2000

Winstar Cinema

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The American dream has not been so effectively fought for onscreen in a long, long time.

January 16, 2003 Comment

Luke Y. Thompson

New Times

One of the best docs of the last decade

July 26, 2002 Comment

David Poland

Hot Button

A marvelously compelling documentary, even if it seems rigged when it isn't.

January 1, 2000 Full Review Source: Ozus' World Movie Reviews

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Dennis Schwartz

Ozus' World Movie Reviews

Despite gritty settings and occasionally harsh language, it's a warm, uplifting film that deserves a wide audience.

January 1, 2000 Full Review Source: Film Journal International

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Daniel Eagan

Film Journal International

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This was a real crap documentary. poor production value. Uninspiring and just down right depressing.

June 20, 2011

Jess B

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Directed by Nanette Burstein, Brett Morgen Starring (as themselves) Harry Keitt, George Walton, Tyrene Manson, Noel Santiago A documentary about three fledgling Bed-Stuy boxers and their rise and pitfalls. It starts with the personalities projecting themselves on camera with assurance but when the reality of their

September 11, 2006