Boxers

The young boxer Kirill Kochevanov in the training battle of the qualifying rounds with the champion Peter Dorokhov loses the decisive meeting and, it would seem, now he should not get into the team for a trip to Europe. However, according to the decision of the commission, which saw great makings in the athlete, Kochevanov, together with the best Lightning boxers, goes abroad. After several meetings won, our athletes receive the challenge of European champion Henri Lance. Having well studied the tactics and strategy of the battle of Dorokhov, Lance promises all journalists to knock out the opponent no later than the fourth round. However, the opponent of Lance is declared Kirill Kochevanov. In the fourth round, Cyril goes on the offensive, attacks Lance and wins the battle.

Directed by Vladimir Gonchukov, Boxers leans on a strong ensemble — Vitali Doronin, Daniil Sagal, Nikolai Volkov St. — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1941.