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Champion (2002)

Original title: 챔피언

2002-06-28 · 1h 55m · KO
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The heart of a Warrior. The Fight of his Life.

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.

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Kwak Kyung-taekDirector

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Yu Oh-seongYu Oh-seongKim Deuk-guChae Min-seoChae Min-seoLee Kyeong-miYun Seung-WonYun Seung-WonKim Hyeon-jiJung Doo-hongJung Doo-hongLee Sang-bokKim Hyun-sookKim Hyun-sookBus Driver

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What is Champion about?

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.

How long is Champion?

Champion has a runtime of 115 minutes.

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