Macho: The Hector Camacho Story
Synopsis
A hard-hitting look at the rise, fall and untimely death of one of boxing's most colorful champions. Hector Camacho's dynamic speed, footwork and power made him a fighter to be reckoned with, but it was his flamboyance and showmanship that ushered in a new era in boxing. The film chronicles his epic battles inside the ring, his struggles with addiction outside of it and the mystery of the double homicide that claimed his life. It's an unflinching portrait of a fighter who transcended the sport but ultimately couldn't defeat his own demons.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 4, 2020
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eric Drath
- Screenplay & Story
- Aaron Cohen
- Original Title
- Macho: The Hector Camacho Story
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Showtime Sports
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eric Drath
Aaron Cohen
Alistair Shurman, Andrew Morreale, Tres Driscoll
Eric Drath, Danielle Naassana
Department Leadership Roster
Alistair Shurman
Editor
Andrew Morreale
Editor
Tres Driscoll
Editor
Eric Drath
Producer
Aaron Cohen
Writer
Danielle Naassana
Producer
Eric Drath
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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What is Macho: The Hector Camacho Story about?
A hard-hitting look at the rise, fall and untimely death of one of boxing's most colorful champions. Hector Camacho's dynamic speed, footwork and power made him a fighter to be reckoned with, but it was his flamboyance and showmanship that ushered in a new era in boxing. The film chronicles his epic battles inside the ring, his struggles with addiction outside of it and the mystery of the double homicide that claimed his life. It's an unflinching portrait of a fighter who transcended the sport but ultimately couldn't defeat his own demons.
Who directed Macho: The Hector Camacho Story?
Macho: The Hector Camacho Story was directed by Eric Drath.
Who stars in Macho: The Hector Camacho Story?
The principal cast of Macho: The Hector Camacho Story includes Héctor Camacho, Eric Drath.
When was Macho: The Hector Camacho Story released and how long is it?
Macho: The Hector Camacho Story was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Macho: The Hector Camacho Story?
Macho: The Hector Camacho Story holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).