'Uppercut' Trailer Brings Ving Rhames' Wisdom to the Boxing Ring

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A female boxer determined to break barriers teams up with a grizzled ex-champ in 'Uppercut', a powerful story about finding strength in life's hardships.
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  • Golden Globe winner Ving Rhames stars as Elliott, the tough ex-boxing champion who reluctantly agrees to train the film's protagonist, Toni, played by rising star Luise Grossmann.
  • The film explores themes of gender barriers in sports and the resilience required to overcome life's biggest challenges, offering a fresh take on the classic boxing underdog tale.
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Ving Rhames, Luise Grossmann, Lionsgate, 'Uppercut'
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