Jose Torres II
Originally released in 1965. Jose Torres II is a documentary film. directed by Hiroshi Teshigahara. At just 58 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hiroshi Akutagawa
Synopsis
This is the sequel to Jose Torres (1959), the portrayal of Puerto Rican boxer Jose Torres, who won a silver medal in the 1956 Melbourne Olympics. We follow Torres from his training in preparation to challenge world lightweight champion Willie Pastrano, to the match and Torres’ victory in 1965. The contrast between the nervous Torres before the match, filmed in painstaking detail, and the first round, filmed in one shot, is striking.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 4, 1965
60 years ago
Runtime
0h 58m
58 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose Torres II about?
This is the sequel to Jose Torres (1959), the portrayal of Puerto Rican boxer Jose Torres, who won a silver medal in the 1956 Melbourne Olympics. We follow Torres from his training in preparation t...
Who directed Jose Torres II?
Jose Torres II was directed by Hiroshi Teshigahara.
How long is Jose Torres II?
Jose Torres II has a runtime of 0 hours and 58 minutes (58 minutes total).
When was Jose Torres II released?
Jose Torres II was released on March 4, 1965 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Jose Torres II?
The main cast of Jose Torres II includes Hiroshi Akutagawa.