The Gentle Fighter
Jemný rváč
Synopsis
This powerful and inspiring feature-length documentary describes the incredible "Japanese journey" of Olympic judo champion Lukáš Krpálek against the backdrop of the unknown story and confessions of his greatest rival. Gentle Fighter is a film for anyone looking for inspiration in stories about willpower and overcoming obstacles. It is a film that shows that true strength does not come from the size of muscles and the power of tendons, but mainly from the mindset.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Adolf Zika
- Screenplay & Story
- Adolf Zika
- Original Title
- Jemný rváč
- Country of Origin
- Czech Republic
- Spoken Languages
- Czech
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Česká televize
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Adolf Zika
Adolf Zika
Department Leadership Roster
Adolf Zika
Director
Adolf Zika
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Gentle Fighter
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Gentle Fighter about?
This powerful and inspiring feature-length documentary describes the incredible "Japanese journey" of Olympic judo champion Lukáš Krpálek against the backdrop of the unknown story and confessions of his greatest rival. Gentle Fighter is a film for anyone looking for inspiration in stories about willpower and overcoming obstacles. It is a film that shows that true strength does not come from the size of muscles and the power of tendons, but mainly from the mindset.
Who directed The Gentle Fighter?
The Gentle Fighter was directed by Adolf Zika.
Who stars in The Gentle Fighter?
The principal cast of The Gentle Fighter includes Lukáš Krpálek, Ondřej Vetchý, Petr Jákl.
When was The Gentle Fighter released and how long is it?
The Gentle Fighter was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.