Day of the Fight (1951)
American short subject documentary film in black-and-white, which is notable as the first picture directed by Stanley Kubrick. Kubrick financed the film himself, and it is based on an earlier photo feature he had done as a photographer for Look magazine in 1949. 'Day of the Fight' shows Irish-American middleweight boxer Walter Cartier during the height of his career, on the day of a fight with black middleweight Bobby James, which took place on April 17, 1950.Day of the Fight featuring Vincent Cartier and Walter Cartier is not currently available to stream, rent, or buy but you can add it to your want to see list for updates. It's a documentary and sport movie with an average IMDb audience rating of 6.2 (4,819 votes).
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Day of the Fight is the first picture directed by the renowned Stanley Kubrick, making it a must-watch for fans of his work and those interested in the evolution of his unique directorial style.
The movie provides an intimate look into the life of Irish-American middleweight boxer Walter Cartier, offering a unique perspective on the sport and the life of a professional athlete during the 1950s.
Day of the Fight is based on a photo feature Kubrick had done for Look magazine, showcasing his ability to translate still imagery into moving pictures, which is a testament to his versatility and creativity as a filmmaker.
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Day of the Fight has an average IMDb audience rating of 6.2 (4,819 votes). The movie is somewhat popular with Reelgood users lately.
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American short subject documentary film in black-and-white, which is notable as the first picture directed by Stanley Kubrick. Kubrick financed the film himself, and it is based on an earlier photo feature he had done as a photographer for Look magazine in 1949. 'Day of the Fight' shows Irish-American middleweight boxer Walter Cartier during the height of his career, on the day of a fight with black middleweight Bobby James, which took place on April 17, 1950.