Champs

Name: Champs
Genre: Sport, Documentary
Released: March 13, 2015
Rating: 59

2015

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Mixed or average reviews based on 14 Critic Reviews

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Amplify | Release Date: March 13, 2015 | Not Rated

Summary: Boxing, "the poor man’s sport," has long given kids from America’s roughest neighborhoods an opportunity to escape violence with violence. But with success in the ring comes new fights for which there is no training: champions are made and broken in the blink of an eye, and young men thrust into the spotlight are often ill-equipped for theBoxing, "the poor man’s sport," has long given kids from America’s roughest neighborhoods an opportunity to escape violence with violence. But with success in the ring comes new fights for which there is no training: champions are made and broken in the blink of an eye, and young men thrust into the spotlight are often ill-equipped for the fame, fortune, and hangers-on that accompany a title belt. And for many, the toughest bouts are fought during retirement, when health and financial issues begin to mount. Built around the stories of heavyweight legends Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield and Bernard Hopkins, who open up about their lives and careers as never before, Champs balances these uncensored recollections with gorgeous reenactments, classic fight footage, and candid interviews. [Amplify]… Expand

Director: Bert Marcus

Genre(s): Sport, Documentary

Rating: Not Rated

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The Playlist Kevin Jagernauth

Feb 23, 2015

Tracking the rise of each fighter, Champs underscores the incredible skill, talent and fortitude each had on their way to the top, however it never shies away from pointing out the systemic failures that let them down. Read full review

Keith Uhlich

Mar 16, 2015

It really packs a punch (bet you saw that one coming). Read full review

Alan Ng

Mar 26, 2019

Champs tells a rags-to-riches story set in the brutal landscape of boxing and sports entertainment. You’ll find inspiration from the stories of its three subjects and make you think again about the gladiatorial game and business, we know as boxing. Read full review

Joe Neumaier

Mar 12, 2015

Often it’s the fighters themselves who best sum up the appeal of “the sweet science.” Read full review

Eddie Cockrell

Mar 18, 2015

Director Bert Marcus’ Champs is the moviegoing opposite of a prize fight, a slick but not particularly stylish documentary that actually becomes more focused and energized in the late rounds. Read full review

Robert Abele

Mar 12, 2015

Champs is all over the place and at times too polished for its own good — too many celebrity fan testimonials when more insider insights would have helped. But it comes from a place of caring for an oft-maligned sport. Read full review

Nick Schager

Feb 23, 2015

An unfocused mishmash that thrives only when it fixates on footage of actual bouts. Read full review

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chch

Mar 25, 2015

This is the best documentary I have seen in a very long time. It is riveting, compelling and entertaining with a great deal of heart. Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield and Bernard Hopkins exhibit sides of themselves that you never knew existed and the sociological impact of the film'sThis is the best documentary I have seen in a very long time. It is riveting, compelling and entertaining with a great deal of heart. Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield and Bernard Hopkins exhibit sides of themselves that you never knew existed and the sociological impact of the film's messaging is astounding. 10/10… Expand

8 of 9 users found this helpful81

dngith189375

Mar 28, 2015

I am a female and not always a huge sports fan. This film appeals to my demographic expertly (not to be sexist), but the incredible emotion and depth expelled through the protagonists was incredibly special.

7 of 8 users found this helpful71

benji1985

Mar 25, 2015

This film is truly stunning. Not only is it beautifully shot, but the messages and inspiration that you take away from it is extraordinary. You don't have to be a boxing fan or even enthusiast to truly appreciate this documentary.

9 of 11 users found this helpful92

frenchy18

Mar 28, 2015

Extraordinary doc with huge production value. The cinematography was exceptional and beautiful, which I never find in documentaries. This was a total mix of high quality filmmaking with real grit. I highly recommend it.

8 of 9 users found this helpful81

courtneysim

Mar 28, 2015

I actually have seen this movie twice - once at Tribeca and once with friends when it opened in theaters. It's just so special and difficult to compare to anything else I've seen recently.

8 of 9 users found this helpful81

leilarosse

Mar 30, 2015

This is a serious film with serious messages, but incredibly uplifting. I have a difficult time watching some docs because they are just too hard to watch, but this was not one of those films. Yes, there are some tough moments, but the goal is inspiration and that was stand out for me.

8 of 9 users found this helpful81

xXAlways_RiteXx

Mar 27, 2015

This film is more of a blowout than a knockout, if you pardon the pun. The movie is a bit beaten up, if you pardon the pun. The gloves are off, if you pardon the pun. This film is a bit MESSI in places, if you pardon the pun. You could say... HOLE IN ONE!

0 of 9 users found this helpful09

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