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Director: Eugene Jarecki
Cast: Erika Eleniak, James Colby, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Clark Middleton
Patty Sullivan is a battered woman who decides to take charge of her life by taking boxing lessons to better protect herself when her boyfriend becomes violent. Patty soon learns she has some talent for boxing and sets her sights on competing in a professional fight. More is on the line than just the woman's title.
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Fans of hard-hitting drama and gritty character studies will appreciate the nuanced performances and Eugene Jarecki's thoughtful direction in the 2000 film The Opponent, which explores the compelling journey of a battered woman who finds empowerment through her unlikely talent for boxing.
The Opponent is a sports drama film released in 2000. The film stars Erika Eleniak and James Colby.
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