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La Guerra Civil: Chavez vs. de la Hoya

3.0(1)20221h 42m1

For Mexican and Mexican American communities, boxing is more than a sport. From ring walk-ins to trunks, opponents take full advantage of the theatrical spectacle, narrating their histories and the stories of their individual fanbases. In 1996, Oscar De La Hoya, the charismatic golden boy from East L.A, challenged Mexican-born boxing legend Julio César Chávez in what was billed as the “ultimate glory” fight. Mexicans on both sides of the border were forced to choose their favorite champ: the record-holding immigrant from humble beginnings, or the younger and more marketable Olympian born in the U.S. These rivals felt the pressure to prove their athletic superiority, while the fans’ choice of champion revealed the type of Mexican they aspired to be.

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Released
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Language
English

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Director

Eva Longoria

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United States of America

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  • United StatesUS

    • Digital / OTTSundance Film Festival (Virtual)20 Jan 2022

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La Guerra Civil: Chavez vs. de la Hoya was released on 20 January 2022.

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