About this movie
Stanley Kubrick’s debut documentary, following Irish-American middleweight boxer Walter Cartier on April 17, 1950—the day of his bout with Bobby James. The film traces Cartier’s quiet morning rituals, training, and anxious hours before the match, culminating in his swift victory that night in Newark. Opening with a brief history of boxing, Kubrick’s tightly crafted short captures the discipline, isolation, and tension behind a fighter’s daily routine.
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Quick facts
Year
1951
Runtime
13m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 5.8/10
Votes
173
Genre
Documentary
Director
Language
EN
Cast
new jersey
boxer
twin brother
catholic
boxing
short film
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Questions about Day of the Fight
How long is Day of the Fight?
Day of the Fight has a runtime of 13m ( and 13 minutes).
Who directed Day of the Fight?
Day of the Fight was directed by Stanley Kubrick and released in 1951.
What genre is Day of the Fight?
Day of the Fight is a Documentary film (1951).
Who stars in Day of the Fight?
The cast of Day of the Fight includes Vincent Cartier, Walter Cartier, Nat Fleischer, Bobby James, Judy Singer.
What is the TMDB rating for Day of the Fight?
Day of the Fight has a TMDB rating of 5.8/10 based on 173 votes.
