The Champ

NRUnited States rating19311h 26mDrama, Family
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A struggling father and his young son navigate life together while the man tries to make a comeback in the boxing world. The story focuses on the bond between a father and son as they deal with difficult circumstances and the hope for a better future.

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What's in it

Scary
Mild
Violence
Strong
Language
None
Rude humour
None
Sad themes
Intense
Pace
Gentle
This is a classic drama with long takes and a slow narrative build typical of early cinema. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.ScaryA brutal boxing match where the protagonist sustains serious injuries.
  • Approx.IntenseThe final scene where the son deals with the loss of his father.

Talk about it after

  1. 1How did the son show his love for his father throughout the movie?
  2. 2What did the characters learn about the importance of making promises?
  3. 3How did the characters show courage when things were difficult?

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