Between Rings
2014•K7•1h 13m•7.0•Released
Documentary
Whilst most young women in her home town of Zambia were busy planning weddings, Esther Phiri had other ideas: to stay single, be a professional boxer and complete the high school education that she abandoned when her family fell on hard times. Her quick and meteoric rise to an undefeated world champion took not only the boxing world by surprise, but sent emotions fever pitch. But whilst the global press rushed to portray her as a strong and confident woman tagged »Zambia’s Million Dollar Baby», in private Esther slowly crumbled under the weight of her success. Adulation and celebrity had increased, but so had criticism, envy and expectations from her family and fans. In the pursuit of independence from a husband, her global success had made her a symbol of hope and empowerment, and a provider for her family and friends whose demands increased as Esther’s fortune grew.
Director
Salla Sorri
Writer
Salla Sorri, Jessie Chisi
Budget
$0M
Languages
English
Studio
Outline Pictures
Production
Company
Outline Pictures
Company
Helmi Films
Producer
Aino Halonen
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