Learning the Ropes
Synopsis
Repton Boxing Club is recognised as one of the most famous amateur boxing clubs in the world. Through its candid portrait of Tony Burns, the club’s legendary former head coach of 60 years, captured before his death in 2021, Learning the Ropes presents a singular account of his impact upon the institution’s boxers past and present. It also explores the role of the amateur boxing club as a means of understanding social and community life and, on a wider level, the human condition.
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Director Ryan Pickard and World Middleweight Champion Darren Barker on Learning the Ropes | BFI Q&AOfficial
Type: Featurette • Published 2026-04-10
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BFI Southbank
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- Director
- Ryan Pickard
- Original Title
- Learning the Ropes
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 49m
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Ryan Pickard
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Ryan Pickard
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What is Learning the Ropes about?
Repton Boxing Club is recognised as one of the most famous amateur boxing clubs in the world. Through its candid portrait of Tony Burns, the club’s legendary former head coach of 60 years, captured before his death in 2021, Learning the Ropes presents a singular account of his impact upon the institution’s boxers past and present. It also explores the role of the amateur boxing club as a means of understanding social and community life and, on a wider level, the human condition.
Who directed Learning the Ropes?
Learning the Ropes was directed by Ryan Pickard.
Who stars in Learning the Ropes?
The principal cast of Learning the Ropes includes Ray Winstone, Tony Burns.
When was Learning the Ropes released and how long is it?
Learning the Ropes was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 49m.