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Bleed for This

2016
Posted By Monica Nawrot

Based off the true events of professional American boxer Vinny Pazienza's life, Bleed for This retells his story from becoming severely injured in a car accident, and back to champion once again.

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About Bleed for This

Bleed for This starring Miles Teller is the true life tale of five time World title champion boxer, Vinny Pazienza. The film begins with Pazienza working out on a stationary bike to be under the 140 pound weight limit to fight Roger Mayweather. Despite qualifying for the fight he would go on to lose and even end up in hospital due to dehydration. Afterwards he would be betrayed by his own manager, Lou Douva, who told the media he believes Pazienza needs to give up boxing. Regardless of these bumps in the road, Pazienza is hell bent to keep boxing. Already proving just how stubborn yet determined of an individual he is. 

After defeating French boxer Gilbert Dele to secure the middleweight champion, Pazienza's life would hit a new low. While training for his next fight Pazienza gets into a severe car crash leaving him with a broken neck. In hospital, doctors offer to do a spinal fusion to allow Pazienza the slight chance of walking again. He instead opts for a metal halo to hold his neck and upper body in place in hopes his injury will heal on its own and let him box again someday.

In line with his character, Pazienza starts working out just a month after he was fitted with the halo with the support of his coach, Kevin Rooney. Six months into his recovery process his injuries heal enough to get the halo removed. It would take Pazienza only 7 more months to return to boxing and defeat Luis Santana to win his second World champion title. 

Bleed for This's Relation To Sport Business

Bleed for This follows the journey of a man whose identity is largely tied with his career as a boxer. By following his perspective viewers get a indepth look at what it takes to become a professional athlete in his sport. Vinny Pazienza's career was filled with highs and lows, but he always had a positive outlook. This allowed him to accomplish what he set his mind to, and in doing so became a five time World Champion. His car accident was not only a low point in his career but his life as well, as it left him feeling isolated and unsatisfied. However, this just pushes him to work harder and overcome the biggest hurdle in his life. From breaking his neck to winning another World champion title in just thirteen months will always be one of the greatest sport triumphs in history. 

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Why watch Bleed for This?

Based on true events anyone who watches Bleed for This will without a doubt be inspired by the story of Vinny Pazienza. Before watching this movie I did not know who Panzienza was, and never imagined the human body could withstand what he went through. The film holds true to his personality by showing his resilience and love for his sport. One notable moment is when Pazienza's halo is being removed and he refuses any type of anesthesia, despite it being common practice. This just further proves Pazienza's stubbornness and how he will do anything he puts his mind to, a lesson we can all learn from. 

In addition to a great story line the movie features big name actors like Miles Teller and Aaron Eckhart. The film also won an award for movie of the year in 2016 at the Washington West film festival. In conclusion this is a must see for any sport fan!

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