Champion 2002

Synopsis:

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.

Directed by: Kwak Kyung-taek
Release date: 2002-06-28
Runtime: 115 minutes
Tagline: The heart of a Warrior. The Fight of his Life.
Cast:
Yu Oh-seong
Yu Oh-seong
Kim Deuk-gu 
Chae Min-seo
Chae Min-seo
Lee Kyeong-mi 
Yoon Seung-won
Yoon Seung-won
Kim Hyeon-ji 
Jung Doo-hong
Jung Doo-hong
Lee Sang-bok 
Kim Hyun-sook
Kim Hyun-sook
Bus Driver 
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Also known as:
  • Champion (Kwak Kyung-taek)