Lucha: A Wrestling Tale
In the heart of the South Bronx, where opportunities are scarce, four resilient young girls find themselves on an unconventional path to empowerment: the wrestling mat. LUCHA: A Wrestling Tale is an inspiring and raw documentary…
Best Documentary Feature
The Santa Clarita International Film Festival
2024
Metropolis Grand Jury Prize
DOC NYC Film Festival
2023
Audience Award
Salem Film Festival
2024
Honorable Mention - Social Impact Award
Greenwich International Film Festival
2024

About the Film

In the heart of the South Bronx, where opportunities are scarce, four resilient young girls find themselves on an unconventional path to empowerment: the wrestling mat. LUCHA: A Wrestling Tale is an inspiring and raw documentary that chronicles their journey as they tackle personal struggles, systemic barriers, and fierce opponents in their fight to discover their strength and voice.

Under the guidance of dedicated coaches who see their potential, the girls learn that wrestling is more than just a sport - it’s a metaphor for life. As they confront their fears, push their limits, and build unbreakable bonds, LUCHA explores themes of resilience, sisterhood, and the pursuit of dreams in the face of adversity.

Through their gripping stories, LUCHA sheds light on the broader challenges faced by youth in underserved communities while celebrating the power of sports as a transformative force. This is more than a wrestling tale; it’s a universal story about fighting for your place in the world and lifting others as you rise.

Powerful, emotional, and deeply inspiring, LUCHA: A Wrestling Tale is a call to action to believe in the potential of all young people, no matter where they come from.
Title
Lucha: A Wrestling Tale
Release
2023
Runtime
96 min
Rating
NR
Genre
Documentary
Directors
Marco Ricci
Origin
United States
Language
English
United States English

Awards

United States
Best Documentary Feature, 2024

Creative Team

Creative Team

Director Marco Ricci
Producer Robert Carrillo
Producer Josh Lee
Producer Justin Biskin
Producer Sammy Brennan
Producer Peter Skrumbis
Editor Leah Goudsmit

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Purchase a community screening license to show the film anywhere, anytime -- or use Gathr’s Virtual Event Cinema. Add a charity from our database of all 2 million official US charities to create a fundraiser. Book Talent associated with the movie to program your post screening panel discussion. Search our platform for a venue, or add your own. Request Screening
1. Request the Film Provide your screening details on a straightforward request form. Utilize standard ticketing or host an Events on Demand™ film screening. Learn more
2. Confirm the Film Once your film responds, review the booking terms, then confirm your booking - some films confirm instantly.
3. Screen your Film Leverage Gathr's complete event management suite to handle ticketing, event reminders, product sales, film playback and more.
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