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One Pound Gospel

Original title: 1ポンドの福音

A young idealistic nun helps a gluttonous young boxer gain the self control he needs to train to become a champion.

6.5/ 10IMDb6.56
198850m

Overview

Hatanaka Kosaku is a young boxer who has a major flaw, he can't stop eating. That weakness puts him into into heavier weight classes that put him against stronger boxers and even worse, he's prone to throw up when he gets a body blow, which drives potential opponents away. His coach is at his wit's end as he struggles to get this idiot to show some discipline in his training. The matter is complicated when a young nun feeds the "starving" boy after she finds him fainted on the streets during his enforced fast. She learns of her mistake and she tries to help him get ready for a fight, but his weakness for food and the odd relationship they share don't makes things easy.

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Top-billed cast

Crew

Director
Osamu Dezaki
Writers
Rumiko Takahashi, Tomoko Konparu, Hideo Takayashiki
Producers
Akio Wakana, Ren Usami, Isamu Asami, Isamu Senda
Production
OB Planning, Shogakukan, Victor Entertainment, Gallop

Frequently asked questions

What is One Pound Gospel rated?

One Pound Gospel has an audience rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 6 votes.

Who directed One Pound Gospel?

One Pound Gospel was directed by Osamu Dezaki.

When was One Pound Gospel released?

One Pound Gospel was released in 1988.