Shadowboxer
“Feeling Protected Is Very Seductive”
Synopsis
Mikey and Rose are professional assassins. They are also lovers, and once upon a time Rose also knew Mikey's father. During an elaborate hit job for a malicious gangster, Rose fails to kill the main target, the gangster's pregnant girlfriend. Instead, she delivers her baby and convinces Mikey to help her protect them both. As Rose weakens from cancer, Mikey becomes breadwinner for this unusual family. But tranquility will not last.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Shadowboxer DVD Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2006-10-30
Top Cast
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Cuba Gooding Jr.
Mikey
Helen Mirren
Rose
Vanessa Ferlito
Vicki
Macy Gray
Neisha
Joseph Gordon-Levitt
Dr. Don
Stephen Dorff
Clayton Mayfield
Mo'Nique
Precious
Tom Pasch
Andrew
Ryan Eric Speise
Anthony - Age 3
Matt Higgins
Eddie
John Panzarella
Man in Hotel
Marvina Vinique
Mikey's Mother
Marilyn Yoblick
Real Estate Agent
Cullen Flynn Clancy
Anthony - age 7
Shaun Brewington
Little Mikey
Darnell Williams
Mikey's Father
Noel Murano
A.J.
Angel Oquendo
Lamar
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
July 14, 2006
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 18, 2007
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lee Daniels
- Screenplay & Story
- Will Rokos
- Original Score
- Mario Grigorov
- Original Title
- Shadowboxer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Teton Films, Lee Daniels Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lee Daniels
Will Rokos
Mario Grigorov
M. David Mullen
Brian A. Kates, William Chang Suk-Ping
Lee Daniels, Dawn Lenfest, Lisa Cortés, Brook Lenfest, Tucker Tooley
Department Leadership Roster
Brian A. Kates
Editor
Lee Daniels
Producer
Lisa Cortés
Producer
Lee Daniels
Director
Brook Lenfest
Producer
M. David Mullen
Director of Photography
Damon Dash
Producer
Steve Saklad
Production Design
Mario Grigorov
Original Music Composer
Will Rokos
Writer
William Chang Suk-Ping
Editor
Teresa Binder Westby
Costume Design
Kevin Fanning
Visual Effects Supervisor
David Robinson
Producer
Tierre Turner
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shadowboxer
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What is Shadowboxer about?
Mikey and Rose are professional assassins. They are also lovers, and once upon a time Rose also knew Mikey's father. During an elaborate hit job for a malicious gangster, Rose fails to kill the main target, the gangster's pregnant girlfriend. Instead, she delivers her baby and convinces Mikey to help her protect them both. As Rose weakens from cancer, Mikey becomes breadwinner for this unusual family. But tranquility will not last.
Who directed Shadowboxer?
Shadowboxer was directed by Lee Daniels.
Who stars in Shadowboxer?
The principal cast of Shadowboxer includes Cuba Gooding Jr., Helen Mirren, Vanessa Ferlito, Macy Gray, Joseph Gordon-Levitt.
When was Shadowboxer released and how long is it?
Shadowboxer was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Shadowboxer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Shadowboxer was composed by Mario Grigorov.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Shadowboxer?
Shadowboxer holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).