Rise After the Knockdown

A small boxing gym at sunrise. Dust in the air, old punching bags, posters on the walls.

A young boxer (teenager, slim but athletic, bandaged hands, determined eyes) . . ,

dramatic but calm music. . The boxer punches a heavy bag, sweats,

falls, . Shadowboxing in front of a cracked mirror. Coach (older man,

calm, wise) . . The fight day. Bright lights, boxing ring,

cheering crowd. Opponent is bigger and stronger, confident posture. .

Boxing match in the ring. Fast punches, dodges, . The hero .

Crowd noise fades, silence for a second. The boxer remembers training moments, coach’s eyes,