‘The Fire Inside’ Review: An Effortlessly Charismatic Pairing Anchors This Real-Life Olympic Boxing Tale

Story by Damon Wise

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An on-the-rise boxer's journey from Flint to Olympic glory is elevated by a standout lead duo's chemistry in this gritty, heartfelt sports drama.

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Breakout stars Ryan Destiny and Brian Tyree Henry deliver effortless, charismatic performances as the film's central boxer and her coach, respectively
Director Barry Jenkins and cinematographer Rachel Morrison bring a striking visual style to the film's boxing sequences, capturing the intensity and physicality of the sport

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Claressa "T-Rex" Shields, Barry Jenkins, Brian Tyree Henry, Rachel Morrison, Ryan Destiny, Olympic, The Fire Inside