The Golden Boy

*The Golden Boy* (2023) is a compelling TV drama that explores themes of ambition, corruption, and the complex dynamics of power. The show revolves around the rise of a charismatic and highly talented individual, whose journey to success is marked by moral dilemmas and the sacrifices required to stay on top. The series stands out for its strong performances, particularly from the lead actor, who brings depth to a character that is both captivating and morally ambiguous. The writing keeps the audience hooked, with plot twists that maintain tension throughout. While the pacing can feel uneven at times, the show offers a sharp critique of societal structures and the price of fame. Overall, *The Golden Boy* captivates viewers with its combination of suspense, drama, and psychological intrigue.

I don't know much about this figure overall, since I am not much into competitive sports.

But HBO is ever a great network that continously provides a vast and interesting filmography of great dramas, or, in this case, documentaries.

This one does indeed fall very much in line with their other great works. It is very tightly paced and keeps up the interest beautifully. It is very well cut and edited, and showcases some good cinematography.

Overall, I would highly recommend this, whether you are interested in the subject or not. It does raise interest throughout its run regardless, and is a very competently made piece!

I have been a boxing fan since 7yrs old. That's 46years of loving the sport. And have definitely been an Oscar fan. Was able to meet him, get a photo and an autograph before his fame exploded. This documentary shows his struggles and rise to fame. It finally tells the truth of the The Golden Boy. One of the best sports documentaries I have ever seen. Exciting flash backs as I have attended many of Oscar's fights in the past. That being said, this is a sad introspective into Oscar's real persona. But I love the raw honesty. Who is the real Oscar? All I can say is, we really never know our sports idols. The Golden Boy is definitely worth the watch!

Not sure why this is getting so few reviews, but it's definitely worth the time. The fight footage is fantastic (duh), but much more importantly, the background about La Hoya and the interviews and the insights (from La Hoya as well as his family/partners/kids/business associates) are great. And the story is super interesting - I saw some of his fights on TV years ago, and liked him, but had no idea what was really going on...

Ok, yeah, I'm not completely convinced that even now he's come completely to grips with all that's happened (read: that he's done) in his life based on his character - particularly his treatment of some people close to him - but the fact that he even made this film, and is this honest in it, says a lot. The biggest thing that comes thru is that, for good or for bad, taking risks is always the way to go. I never realized how much he had done that.....

But most importantly, it's just really fun to watch!

De La Hoya fights evoked such paroxysms of excitement, weeks and weeks ahead of his fights. Never ducked the hard fight. Pure pugilist. What a boxer! Some fighters come along now and then and they seem so I'll-suited to the sport, if it weren't for the fact that they just glide balletically around as if gravity isn't a concern for them. Gracefulness wrapped inside a left lead that he would detonate whenever he saw the gap. It's such a huge shame that these warriors, these towering figures, cannot experience and enjoyment. As he says himself: "I can see in my eyes that I don't want to fight. I just wanted to be loved". A heartbreaking, flawless examination of one persons manifestation of pain.