independence,domestic abuse,physical abuse,women boxer

The Opponent (2000)

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She couldn't run from her past. So she fought for her future.

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.

Cast & Crew

Director
Eugene Jarecki
  • Profile picture of Erika Eleniak
    Patty Sullivan Erika Eleniak
  • Profile picture of James Colby
    Coach James Colby
  • Profile picture of Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor
    Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor
  • Profile picture of Clark Middleton
    Max Weller Clark Middleton

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Keywords

  • independence
  • domestic abuse
  • physical abuse
  • women boxer