Lucia Rijker

Is there more to fighters than the strength of their punches or the gracefulness of their movements? Can a woman fighter be just as dangerous, or even more so, than her male counterparts? This documentary looks for answers to those questions through a profile of undefeated powerhouse Lucia Rijker, who battled her way to the top of the female boxing world. Along with introducing viewers to the physical and emotional aspects of her journey, the film includes footage of Rijker's key fights.

Clint Eastwood transforms a boxing drama into an understated and emotionally resonant story of a young woman who convinces the gruff manager of a rundown gym to train her.