Giant

A rousing, grounded underdog story that mixes ring-side adrenaline with the sting of prejudice, carried by big personalities and a warm mentor bond.

Directed by

Rowan Athale

Genres

Drama, History

Starring

Amir El-Masry, Pierce Brosnan, Toby Stephens

Overview

Follows Prince Naseem Hamed from his humble beginnings on the tough working-class streets of Sheffield and his discovery by Ingle, himself a steel industry worker turned boxing trainer. Their unlikely partnership, Naz’s unorthodox style, cocky persona, and sheer dominance in the ring propelled them to the top of boxing’s elite and unprecedented levels of global superstardom, all in the face of the rampant Islamophobia and racism of ’80s and 90’s Britain.

How it feels

Earnest, uplifting, tense and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Identity, ambition, race, found family

Content

Strong violence and language. Mild sexual content. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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