The film "Christy," directed by David Michôd, premiered at the Paramount Theater for the Virginia Film Festival.
The biopic tells the story of Christy Martin, played by Sydney Sweeney, and her rise to becoming one of the most influential female boxers of the 1990s.
Produced by Black Bear Pictures, the film chronicles Martin's life, from growing up in small-town West Virginia to her triumphs and horrors in the boxing world.
The film follows Martin’s remarkable rise and resilience through tightly choreographed fight sequences and harrowing abuse scenes.
Author's summary: Sydney Sweeney stars in "Christy".