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El Sheik del Calvario

1983 · 28 min History Documentary Family

Inspired by the life of Toluca-born boxer Ernesto Barrera, who became the national flyweight champion in 1960. It portrays the meteoric career, rapid rise, and tragic downfall of the fighter, from his impoverished childhood and early days in boxing to his death in 1983, brought about by alcoholism.

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Year 1983
Country Mexico
Genre History, Documentary, Family
Director Gerardo Lara
Runtime 28 min.

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El Sheik del Calvario is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1983. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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