Si vous avez adoré 'Combattantes' (2020), ce film d'action comique mettant en scène des femmes fortes et déterminées, vous allez adorer cette sélection de 10 films et séries similaires. Découvrez des histoires pleines d'humour, de combats et de personnages féminins inoubliables qui sauront vous captiver.
Rocky (1976)
Description: The quintessential underdog story, featuring a determined boxer who overcomes odds to prove his worth in the ring.
Fait: Sylvester Stallone wrote the script in just three days. The iconic training montage, including the run up the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps, has become a cultural symbol of perseverance.
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Raging Bull (1980)
Description: A raw and visceral portrayal of a boxer's life, delving into the brutality of the sport and the personal demons that accompany it.
Fait: Robert De Niro gained 60 pounds to play the older version of Jake LaMotta. The film's boxing scenes were shot in slow motion to emphasize the impact of each punch.
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The Karate Kid (1984)
Description: A coming-of-age story where martial arts serve as a means of empowerment and self-discovery for a young underdog.
Fait: The iconic 'crane kick' was inspired by a real martial arts move, though it's rarely used in actual combat. The film's success led to a surge in karate dojo enrollments across the U.S.
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Bloodsport (1988)
Description: Features underground martial arts tournaments, showcasing intense combat and the journey of a fighter proving his worth.
Fait: Jean-Claude Van Damme performed most of his own stunts, including the famous splits between two chairs. The film is loosely based on the alleged real-life exploits of Frank Dux, a controversial martial artist.
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Fight Club (1999)
Description: Explores themes of underground fighting and personal transformation through physical combat, blending dark humor with intense action sequences.
Fait: The film's twist ending was so secretive that Brad Pitt and Edward Norton were given fake scripts to prevent leaks. The infamous 'soap-making' scene used real animal fat to create the soap bars.
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Million Dollar Baby (2004)
Description: Centers on an underdog female boxer who defies expectations in a male-dominated sport, highlighting perseverance and personal struggle.
Fait: Hilary Swank trained for months to convincingly portray a boxer, gaining 19 pounds of muscle. The film's emotional climax was so intense that some crew members reportedly cried during filming.
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The Fighter (2010)
Description: Focuses on the gritty world of boxing, showcasing the physical and emotional toll of the sport, along with family dynamics and redemption.
Fait: Christian Bale lost 30 pounds and learned to box left-handed to play his role. The real-life Micky Ward and Dicky Eklund made cameo appearances in the film.
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Warrior (2011)
Description: A gripping tale of two brothers in the world of mixed martial arts, dealing with family conflict and personal redemption.
Fait: Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton underwent intense training to perform their own fight scenes. The film's climactic fight was shot in one continuous take to heighten the emotional impact.
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Southpaw (2015)
Description: A story of a boxer's fall and rise, dealing with personal loss and the struggle to reclaim glory in the ring.
Fait: Jake Gyllenhaal trained for five months to transform his body into that of a professional boxer. The film's boxing scenes were choreographed by former professional boxer Terry Claybon.
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Creed (2015)
Description: A modern underdog story in the boxing world, focusing on legacy, mentorship, and the challenges of making a name for oneself.
Fait: The film was shot in a way that many of the boxing scenes appear as single continuous takes. Sylvester Stallone reprised his role as Rocky Balboa, earning him a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor.
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