Klitschko

Oct 21 2011 Not Rated 1h 58m
Biography, Documentary, Sport

Klitschko tells the captivating story of the boxing worlds most famous brothers: Vitali and Wladimir Klitschko. From the socialist drill of their childhood in the Ukraine, and their first successes as amateurs, to their move to Germany and subsequent rise as international stars on the verge of holding the championship titles of all five boxing federations (Wladimir secured this with his unanimous World Boxing Association win against David Haye on July 2nd, 2011). Along the way they experience defeats and setbacks, low points and triumphant comebacks as well as conflicts with each other. Exciting conversations with companions and opponents, including the very first with the Klitschkos parents, give insight into their personal lives, plus never-before-seen footage of the draining preparations for a fight, and the spectacular boxing matches. Director Sebastian Dehnhardt composes an intimate and fascinating portrait of two exceptional athletes who are, before all else, brothers.

Plot

A documentary encompassing the lives of world heavyweight boxing champions, Vitali & Wladimir Klitschko. The first time in history two brothers have shared all the heavyweight world titles, this film explores their humble beginnings in the Ukraine to their rise to stardom and domination of heavyweight prize fighting.

Written by

Sebastian Dehnhardt

Directed by

Sebastian Dehnhardt

Cast

Lamon Brewster, Chris Byrd, Bernd Bönte

Crew

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Production Countries

Germany

Languages

Deutsch

Awards

2 wins total

Trailers
KLITSCHKO MOVIE. Official Trailer 2011 HD
Scores
# of Votes
2,980
Average Rating
7.7 out of 10
Metascore
63
Popularity
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