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Undefeated (2003)
Director: John Leguizamo
Cast: John Leguizamo, Clifton Collins Jr., Vanessa Ferlito, Omar Benson Miller
Runtime92 min
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Lex 'El Animal' Vargas is a promising Portorican boxer in Queens, but lacks ambition to aim for the big career. That changes after his brother Paulie is accidentally shot dead by a teenager in an amateur hold-up on their late dad's shop, which he now closes to turn professional boxer. His star rises fast, but success brings its own problems, as he he lacks experience to handle professionals and resist the abuse they and his ghetto past entourage make of his generous nature.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Undefeated, a 2003 drama directed by John Leguizamo, received a mixed critical reception. While the film's portrayal of a promising boxer's rise and struggles was praised, it lacked significant awards recognition. The film has a relatively low audience rating of 5.8/10 on IMDb, indicating a somewhat divisive public response.
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Fans of gritty, character-driven dramas will appreciate the standout performance by John Leguizamo, who also directs this 2003 film about a promising boxer struggling with the challenges of success and his past.
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Undefeated is a 2003 HBO television film starring and directed by John Leguizamo.
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