Deadline has reported that superstar Sydney Sweeney is set to star in an upcoming biopic where she’ll portray legendary former boxer Christy Martin. It’ll be directed by David Michôd. Currently the film is untitled. The story is set to follow Martin’s rise as the best known female boxer in the 1990s. She was also the first woman to ever sign with Don King’s boxing promotion.
Sweeney spoke to Deadline about the role in which she said; “I grappled and did kickboxing from 12-19 years old. I’ve been itching to get back into the ring, train, and transform my body,” said Sweeney. “Christy’s story isn’t a light one, it’s physically and emotionally demanding, there’s a lot of weight to carry. But I love challenging myself. Christy Martin not only legitimized female boxing she overcame gender stereotypes, and fought through emotional, physical, and financial abuse. I’m passionate about the fighting world, Christy’s story shines a light on her incredible rise to the top while showing the struggles of fame behind the curtains. I feel compelled to tell a story about a woman who faced so much adversity and didn’t allow it to defeat her. It’s powerful, and emotional.”
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