Screening Times
Thursday, February 25th 2010, 7:30pm, Moriarty Arts and Humanities Building, Room 104 Thursday Evening Documentary Series with Film Director George Amponsah. Sponsored by Pacific Northwest College of Art.
All films are free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.
FIGHTING SPIRIT, THE
Directed by George Amponsah
We are delighted to welcome George Amponsah to Portland to present his documentary, The Fighting Spirit. Following three young boxers, two men and one woman, the film captures the spirit and dedication of these athletes as they seek to fight their way out of their impoverished neighborhood on the outskirts of Accra, Ghana, and into the glittering rings of New York and London. Thanks to tenacious coaches who turn rough street fighters into professional boxers, the village has produced several champions. Each of the three young boxers dreams of being the next big winner. In English and Ga.
Learn more at www.TheFightingSpirit.net
