The Civil War: Chavez vs. de la Hoya (2022)
1h 42m
Running Time
January 20, 2022Release Date
The Civil War: Chavez vs. de la Hoya (2022)
1h 42m
Running Time
January 20, 2022Release Date
Network & Production Companies
Plot.
For Mexican and Mexican American communities, boxing is more than a sport. From ring walk-ins to trunks, opponents take full advantage of the theatrical spectacle, narrating their histories and the stories of their individual fanbases. In 1996, Oscar De La Hoya, the charismatic golden boy from East L.A, challenged Mexican-born boxing legend Julio César Chávez in what was billed as the “ultimate glory” fight. Mexicans on both sides of the border were forced to choose their favorite champ: the record-holding immigrant from humble beginnings, or the younger and more marketable Olympian born in the U.S. These rivals felt the pressure to prove their athletic superiority, while the fans’ choice of champion revealed the type of Mexican they aspired to be.
Where to Watch.
No streaming offers found
Details.
Release DateJanuary 20, 2022
Original NameLa Guerra Civil: Chavez vs. de la Hoya
StatusReleased
Running Time1h 42m
Genres
Wiki.
La Guerra Civil is an 2022 American documentary film directed and produced by Eva Longoria Bastón. The film depicts the rivalry of two boxers, Oscar De La Hoya vs. Julio Cesar Chavez in the 1990s.The film had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 22, 2022. It was released on DAZN.The film was produced by Longoria Bastón through UnbeliEVAble Entertainment and DAZN Original, but it is not a DAZN Studios production. De La Hoya and Longoria are friends and De La Hoya asked Longoria to make the film. They grew up together.