The story follows (Soriano), a young boxer who becomes an overnight viral sensation after he intervenes to defend an elderly Asian man from a violent bully in public.
(2022) is an independent action film that blends the grit of boxing cinema with a poignant social message aimed at combating anti-Asian sentiment . Written, directed by, and starring Chris Soriano , the film gained international attention when legendary boxer Manny Pacquiao signed on as an executive producer after Soriano reached out to him via Instagram. Core Narrative and Inspiration Almighty.Zeus.2022.PL.WEB-DL.x264-K83.mkv
Distributed by TriCoast Worldwide , the film saw a limited theatrical release starting December 2, 2022 , and later became available on platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV . The story follows (Soriano), a young boxer who
The film was born from real-world events during the COVID-19 pandemic. Soriano was deeply affected by news footage of hate crimes targeting Asian and Pacific Islander communities and decided to use filmmaking as a medium for awareness. The script incorporates real-life incidents of hate crimes
The script incorporates real-life incidents of hate crimes to ground the fictional narrative in contemporary reality.
To prepare for the fight of his life, Zeus seeks the guidance of Coach Green (Miguel Matos), a local boxing legend who teaches him how to survive and thrive on the dangerous streets of Los Angeles. A Mission Beyond the Ring
A major theme of the film is racial unity, particularly showcased through the partnership between Zeus and his Black American mentor, Coach Green. Production and Release