Orthodox Stance


1h 22m 2007

Brief Synopsis

Dmitriy Salita, a 23-year-old Russian immigrant, challenges precedent and prejudice by dedicating himself to a life of competing pursuits: a professional boxing career and the observance of Orthodox Judaism. While his fervent commitment to Hasidic beliefs complicates his boxing ambitions, Dmitriy is

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Religion
Sports
Release Date
2007

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 22m

Synopsis

Dmitriy Salita, a 23-year-old Russian immigrant, challenges precedent and prejudice by dedicating himself to a life of competing pursuits: a professional boxing career and the observance of Orthodox Judaism. While his fervent commitment to Hasidic beliefs complicates his boxing ambitions, Dmitriy is ultimately able to realize his dreams.

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Religion
Sports
Release Date
2007

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 22m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Released in United States April 11, 2008

Released in United States June 2007

Released in United States on Video January 13, 2009

Released in United States Winter January 25, 2008

Shown at SILVERDOCS: AFI/Discovery Channel Documentary Festival (Beyond Belief Features) June 12-17, 2007.

Released in United States on Video January 13, 2009

Released in United States Winter January 25, 2008 (NY)

Released in United States April 11, 2008 (Los Angeles)

Released in United States June 2007 (Shown at SILVERDOCS: AFI/Discovery Channel Documentary Festival (Beyond Belief Features) June 12-17, 2007.)