The Fighting Cholitas
"Seeking Justice in the Ring"
Originally released in 2006. The Fighting Cholitas is a documentary film. directed by Mariam Jobrani. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
The Fighting Cholitas is a documentary short about a group of bold and fierce female Bolivian wrestlers. These indigenous Indian women jump into the ring every Sunday in their traditional vibrant mulitlayered skirts and perform the acrobatic maneuvers of Lucha Libre (a blend of Mexican and American professional wrestling). The Fighting Cholitas documents this weekly fight and goes behind the scenes to find out who these women are and what draws them to this unusual sport.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2006
20 years ago
Runtime
0h 20m
20 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Moto Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Fighting Cholitas about?
The Fighting Cholitas is a documentary short about a group of bold and fierce female Bolivian wrestlers. These indigenous Indian women jump into the ring every Sunday in their traditional vibrant m...
Who directed The Fighting Cholitas?
The Fighting Cholitas was directed by Mariam Jobrani.
How long is The Fighting Cholitas?
The Fighting Cholitas has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was The Fighting Cholitas released?
The Fighting Cholitas was released on January 1, 2006 in theaters.