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The Opponent

The Opponent

She couldn't run from her past. So she fought for her future.

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Patty Sullivan is a battered woman who decides to take charge of her life by taking boxing lessons to better protect herself when her boyfriend becomes violent. Patty soon learns she has some talent for boxing and sets her sights on competing in a professional fight. More is on the line than just the woman's title.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

90 mins

Rating

5.1/10

Release Date

20 October 2000

Country

United States of America

Cast

Erika Eleniak

Erika Eleniak

Patty Sullivan

James Colby

James Colby

Coach

Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor

Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor

Clark Middleton

Clark Middleton

Max Weller

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