# Against the Ropes (2004)

> A determined Detroit boxing manager battles sexism, industry skepticism, and personal upheaval while guiding a volatile fighter toward professional success.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/4238

## Facts

- Runtime: 106 min
- Genres: Romance, Drama
- Director: Charles S. Dutton
- Cast: Meg Ryan, Omar Epps, Charles S. Dutton, Tony Shalhoub, Tim Daly, Joe Cortese, Kerry Washington, Sean Bell
- TMDB rating: 5.1/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0312329/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: earnest, inspirational, determined, sports movie night, inspirational viewing

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