Vitali klitschko born 19 july 1971 and wladimir klitschko born 25 march 1976, known as the klitschko brothers, are ukrainian former professional boxers. The subject matter of director sebastian dehnhardts documentary klitschko brothers vitali and wladimir klitschko, who have each captured the heavyweightboxing crown at various times in. Brothers and boxers who fight hard, but never each other scott simon talks to the champion boxers at the center of a new documentary about them in addition to both being title. Klitschko brothers lead the fight in turbulent ukraine. During their peak years between 2004 and 2015, they were considered the dominant world heavyweight champions of their era, and among the most successful champions in boxing history. A strategic and intelligent boxer, klitschko is considered to be one of the best heavyweight champions of all time. Giant klitschko brothers promised mom not to fight each. The sixfootsix ukrainian brothers emigrated to germany to begin careers in heavyweight boxing in 1996, and the sport was never the same. The fact is the klitschkos have faced and beaten every legitimate contender to date. Their improbable story is told in klitschko, a documentary playing this week at new yorks tribeca film festival. The sixfootsix ukrainian brothers emigrated to germany to begin careers in heavyweight boxing in. This voluntary defense was vitalis fourth defense of the wbc heavyweight title. Oct 22, 2011 scott simon talks to the champion boxers at the center of a new documentary about them in addition to both being titleholders, they also happen to be brothers.
From the socialist drill of their childhood in the ukraine, and their first successes as amateurs, to their move to germany and subsequent rise as international stars on the verge of holding the championship titles of all five boxing federations wladimir secured this with his. Sixfootsix ukrainian brothers vitali and wladimir klitschko moved to germany to begin careers in heavyweight boxing in 1996, and the sport was never the same. Klitschko boxing documentary packs a punch 10212011 06. The klitschkos have since been featured in a ny times article highlighting. Watch klitschko 2011, sebastian dehnhardt online vimeo on. A unique documentary of the lives of ukraines most famous athlete brothers, world heavyweight boxing champions vitali and wladimir klitschko. Vitali klitschko was born on july 19, 1971 in belovodskoye, kirghiz ssr, ussr as vitali wladimirovich klitschko.
Klitschko, 37, follows in the footsteps of his older brother, vitaly klitschko, a former heavyweight champion who recently retired from boxing to concentrate on his duties as head of ukraines. Sixfootsix ukrainian brothers vitali and wladimir klitschko moved to germany to begin careers in heavyweight. As a big fan of both of these boxers im gonna attempt to break down who i think is the better boxer and why. We had different proposals from different directors. From the socialist drill of their childhood in the ukraine, and their first successes as amateurs, to their move to germany and subsequent rise as international stars and holders of the championship titles of all five boxing federations, their matches draw audiences in. Joe frazier, klitschko brothers featured in documentaries. Klitschko tells an amazing story about two brothers, wladimir and vitali klitschko, who were born into hard times, yet aspired to be world champions. Apr 04, 2016 mick hennessy and vitali klitschko argue over the ring canvas, dusseldorf, 28th nov 2015 duration. Klitschko tells the captivating story of the boxing worlds most famous brothers. He has been married to natalia egorova since april 1996. Jan 18, 2017 klitschko tells the captivating story of the boxing worlds most famous brothers. As far as boxing stories go, the fascinating documentary feature klitschko is. You are welcome to have a look at the project creation of identity for klitschko brothers exhibitionmuseum. Two documentaries chronicling the lives and accomplishments of heavyweight champs are set to be released in the coming weeks.
The first time in history two brothers have shared all the heavyweight world titles, this film explores their humble beginnings in the ukraine to their rise to stardom and domination of. I love klitschko brothers my heroes, this is very good movie, lots of private life. The first time in history two brothers have shared all the heavyweight world titles. The first time in history two brothers have shared all. Celebrated as much for brains as for battering power, the ukrainian brothers vitali and wladimir klitschko have boxed their way from obscurity to worldwide fame with a discipline envied by many of their counterparts. London when wladimir klitschko was told by his brother, vitali, that he will be fighting for. Haye is an active fighter and he has very good skills, said mike cappiello 336, a native of brockton mass. Watch klitschko movie trailers, exclusive videos, interviews from the cast, movie clips and more at. Wladimir wladimirovitsch klitschko born 25 march 1976 is a ukrainian former professional boxer who competed from 1996 to 2017. Vitali may have lost to the great lewis, but he put up more of a fight than evander holyfield and mike tyson. Dana white is true fan of boxing, but when it comes to the state of the sports heavyweight division, the outspoken ufc president isnt a fan thanks to the klitschko brothers. Vitali klitschko born 19 july 1971 and wladimir klitschko born 25 march 1976, known as the. The documentary will arrive german cinemas on 16 july 2011. Klitschko boxing documentary packs a punch huffpost.
In this video, they explain the methods fourstepprocess of focus, agility, coordination and endurance as well as its background. Watch klitschko 2011, sebastian dehnhardt online vimeo. Mar 21, 2020 overall, the brothers presented a far more sophisticated public image than many other boxing champions. Sebastian dehnhardt has created a glowing documentary on the ukrainian boxers vitali and wladimir klitschko. Several hundred fans showed up to get their copies of the klitschko biography unter bruedern among brothers signed.
Brothers klitschko tells the captivating story of the boxing worlds most famous brothers. Overall, the brothers presented a far more sophisticated public image than many other boxing champions. Giant klitschko brothers promised mom not to fight each other. Jan 25, 2018 as a big fan of both of these boxers im gonna attempt to break down who i think is the better boxer and why. A n entertaining and enlightening documentary about the ukranian brothers vitali and wladimir klitschko, who between them currently dominate the. It helps that the klitschko brothers are very intelligent fighters who plan their careers and have the ability to criticise themselves. Oct 18, 20 dana white is true fan of boxing, but when it comes to the state of the sports heavyweight division, the outspoken ufc president isnt a fan thanks to the klitschko brothers. It helps that the klitschko brothers are very intelligent fighters who plan their.
Apr 26, 2017 klitschko brothers still fighting for title, as well as country. In 2011, they entered the guinness world records book as. As a boxer, klitschko is a threetime world heavyweight champion, the secondlongestreigning wbc heavyweight champion of all time and has the fifthlongest combined world championship reign in history at 2,735 days. Mick hennessy and vitali klitschko argue over the ring canvas, dusseldorf, 28th nov 2015 duration. Scott simon talks to the champion boxers at the center of a new documentary about them in addition to both being titleholders, they also happen to be brothers. The brothers vladimir l and vitali klitschko pose for the camera during a photocall of the documentary film klitschko in berlin, germany, 07 april 2011. Wladimir klitschko on klitschko filmmaker magazine. Oct 21, 2011 klitschko boxing documentary packs a punch 10212011 06. From the socialist drill of their childhood in the ukraine, and their first successes as amateurs, to their move to germany and subsequent rise as international stars and holders of the championship titles of all five boxing federations, their matches draw audiences in more than. Vitali was a greater threat in terms of knockout potential. From the socialist drill of their childhood in the ukraine, and their first successes as amateurs, to their move to germany and subsequent rise as international stars on the verge of. From the socialist drill of their childhood in the ukraine, and their first successes as amateurs, to their rise as international stars holding the championship titles of all five boxing federations. Apr 28, 2011 their improbable story is told in klitschko, a documentary playing this week at new yorks tribeca film festival.
This is an excellent film covering the lives and careers of vitali and wladimir klitschko. Released 2011, klitschko stars lamon brewster, chris byrd, bernd bonte, pearlman hicks the movie has a runtime of about 1 hr 56 min, and received a score of 63 out of 100 on metacritic, which. It reminded me of senna another brilliant documentary that had as much drama as fiction. Klitschko brothers still fighting for title, as well as. He held the world heavyweight championship twice, including the wba super, ibf, wbo, ibo, and ring magazine titles. In their careers vitali achieved a 87% knockout percentage, while wlad. From the socialist drill of their childhood in the ukraine, and their first successes as amateurs, to their move to germany and subsequent rise as international stars on the. Klitschko brothers still fighting for title, as well as country. Then we met sebastian dehnhardt, the director of the documentary.
Sep 05, 2011 check out the trailer for the new klitschko movie that opens in germany on june 16 a documentary look at the rise of the domineering heavyweight brothers vitali and wladimir klitschko. With lamon brewster, chris byrd, bernd bonte, pearlman hicks. Klitschko lost the fight by ud, with scores of 115112, 115112, and 116111 all in favour of fury. We have developed a corporate identity, website, entrance lobby and souvenirs. The way he approached us, and the way he did it in the twoandahalf years following us with the camera, and getting more stuff we hadnt seen even ourselves its a great answer to all the fans we have. This gripping documentary from sebastian dehnhardts chronicles their unlikely journey, compiling a huge amount of archival video and stunning fight footage, to fully present. Check out the trailer for the new klitschko movie that opens in germany on june 16 a documentary look at the rise of the domineering heavyweight brothers vitali and wladimir klitschko. I love klitschko brothers my heroes, this is very good movie, lots of private life showing, if you hate them bq you think. Klitschko, a featurelength documentary film about the brothers, was released in october 2011. Vitali klitschko weighed in at 112 kg 247 lb, while sosnowski weighed in at 110 kg 240 lb. Jan 09, 2011 haye is an active fighter and he has very good skills, said mike cappiello 336, a native of brockton mass. Jun 01, 2010 the fact is the klitschkos have faced and beaten every legitimate contender to date. The first time in history two brothers have shared all the heavyweight world titles, this film explores their humble beginnings in the ukraine to their rise to stardom and domination of heavyweight prize fighting. Though ukrainian brothers vitali and wladimir klitschko sport different fighting styles in the ring, both are at the forefront of the international heavyweight boxing world.
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