Birch Street Gym
Synopsis
A group of elderly retirees join a boxing gym, and rediscover their self-worth as they repudiate expectations that they're too old to lead vigorous lives. Jack is particularly relieved to escape the tedium of his retirement home, as he advances to challenge brutish Rocco for the club championship. But Rudy, the club's operator, must battle local officials who are trying to close the club out of fear that the members are endangering themselves.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen Kessler
- Original Title
- Birch Street Gym
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
- Production Studios
- Chanticleer Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Kessler
T.R. Conroy
Department Leadership Roster
Stephen Kessler
Director
T.R. Conroy
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Birch Street Gym
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What is Birch Street Gym about?
A group of elderly retirees join a boxing gym, and rediscover their self-worth as they repudiate expectations that they're too old to lead vigorous lives. Jack is particularly relieved to escape the tedium of his retirement home, as he advances to challenge brutish Rocco for the club championship. But Rudy, the club's operator, must battle local officials who are trying to close the club out of fear that the members are endangering themselves.
Who directed Birch Street Gym?
Birch Street Gym was directed by Stephen Kessler.
Who stars in Birch Street Gym?
The principal cast of Birch Street Gym includes Not specified.
When was Birch Street Gym released and how long is it?
Birch Street Gym was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 30m.