Counterpunch
Synopsis
Based on a true story. A young boxer, Emilio, from the wrong side of the tracks with big dreams of winning the Golden Gloves boxing championship, finds himself at a cross roads after being locked up. As he fights his way back into the winning circle he gets a second shot at the championship title. As he is toe to toe in the ring with his competitor he'll throw all the punches and be the last man standing.
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counterpunch trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-08-21
Top Cast
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Danny Trejo
Manny Navarro
Steven Bauer
Tomas
Alvaro Orlando
Emilio Manrique
Camila Banus
Talia Portillo
Oscar Torre
Uncle Frank
Ivonne Coll
Grandma Daisey
Jilon VanOver
Teddy
Yeniffer Behrens
Lydia Manrique
Jack Guzman
Sergio
Giovanni Bejarano
Beto
Danny Pardo
Benjamin Portillo
Brent Gutierrez
Young Sergio
William Corkery
Young Beto
Derrick T. Tuggle
Tara Shayne
Mugged Girl
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 15, 2019
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kenneth Castillo
- Screenplay & Story
- Kenneth Castillo
- Original Title
- Counterpunch
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- ToMmY K. PICTURES
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kenneth Castillo
Kenneth Castillo
Department Leadership Roster
Kenneth Castillo
Director
Kenneth Castillo
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Counterpunch
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What is Counterpunch about?
Based on a true story. A young boxer, Emilio, from the wrong side of the tracks with big dreams of winning the Golden Gloves boxing championship, finds himself at a cross roads after being locked up. As he fights his way back into the winning circle he gets a second shot at the championship title. As he is toe to toe in the ring with his competitor he'll throw all the punches and be the last man standing.
Who directed Counterpunch?
Counterpunch was directed by Kenneth Castillo.
Who stars in Counterpunch?
The principal cast of Counterpunch includes Danny Trejo, Steven Bauer, Alvaro Orlando, Camila Banus, Oscar Torre.
When was Counterpunch released and how long is it?
Counterpunch was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Counterpunch?
Counterpunch holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).