Klitschko tells the captivating story of the boxing worlds most famous brothers: Vitali and Wladimir Klitschko. From the socialist drill of their childhood in the Ukraine, and their first successes as amateurs, to their move to Germany and subsequent rise as international stars on the verge of holding the championship titles of all five boxing federations (Wladimir secured this with his unanimous World Boxing Association win against David Haye on July 2nd, 2011). Along the way they experience defeats and setbacks, low points and triumphant comebacks as well as conflicts with each other. Exciting conversations with companions and opponents, including the very first with the Klitschkos parents, give insight into their personal lives, plus never-before-seen footage of the draining preparations for a fight, and the spectacular boxing matches. Director Sebastian Dehnhardt composes an intimate and fascinating portrait of two exceptional athletes who are, before all else, brothers.
Direction
Dehnhardt gets ringside access no one else could.
Production
Rare Soviet-era footage of kid brothers in drab uniforms.
Director
Sebastian Dehnhardt
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Both brothers hold PhDs in sports science. Wladimir speaks four languages fluently and plays chess at competitive levels.
The 'Klitschko Era' (2006-2015) was so dominant that critics called heavyweight boxing boring — a fascinating case where excellence became its own criticism.
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