Split Decisions
R 1988 · 95 min · ★ 5.1 · Drama
When a boxer is killed because he wouldn't take a dive, his brother tries to find a way to avenge him even if only symbolically.
Directed by David Drury · Written by David Fallon
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Gene Hackman Dan McGuinn -
Craig Sheffer Eddie McGuinn -
Carmine Caridi Lou Rubia -
Jennifer Beals Barbara Uribe -
Jeff Fahey Ray McGuinn -
John McLiam Pop McGuinn -
Eddie Velez Julian 'Snake' Pedroza -
James Tolkan Benny Pistone -
David Labiosa Rudy - H Harry Van Dyke Douby
- J John Thomas CSPRT Referee
- D Dwight Adams Cornerman
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