This was a surprisingly good documentary, engaging, captivating and really drawing the viewer into the life story of Ray Mancini. It opens with Mickey Rourke discussing why he was in awe of Ray, how exciting and action packed his fights were. We also hear from Sugar Ray Leonard and Ed O'Neill -who seemed kind of random if I'm honest.
This profiles Ray "Boom Boom" Mancini, focusing on his personal account into the tragic aftermath of his match against Duk-Koo-Kim, a Korean boxer he fought 30 years previously who died of injuries sustained in the ring.
We also learn of Kim's impoverished upbringing in Korea and meet his wife and son Jiwan who was born after his death. Jiwan never felt his father's touch and lives in his shadow much as Ray did with his own father.
The finally scene has Ray meeting with Kim's wife and son. It's beyond powerful and almost brought me to tears as they share stories, tears and a meal. Bringing forgiveness.
This profiles Ray "Boom Boom" Mancini, focusing on his personal account into the tragic aftermath of his match against Duk-Koo-Kim, a Korean boxer he fought 30 years previously who died of injuries sustained in the ring.
We also learn of Kim's impoverished upbringing in Korea and meet his wife and son Jiwan who was born after his death. Jiwan never felt his father's touch and lives in his shadow much as Ray did with his own father.
The finally scene has Ray meeting with Kim's wife and son. It's beyond powerful and almost brought me to tears as they share stories, tears and a meal. Bringing forgiveness.