Claressa Shields, a high school junior from Flint, Michigan, aided by her tough-love coach, Jason Crutchfield, pushes past all limitations to become the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in boxing. But even at the pinnacle of success, Claressa has to reckon with the fact that not all dreams are created equal, and the real fight has only just begun.

“‘The Fire Inside’ is the first feature directed by Rachel Morrison, the celebrated cinematographer who shot “Fruitvale Station,” “Mudbound,” and “Black Panther,” and in this movie what she extends from her signature lensing is a quality of no-frills reality that’s very New Hollywood.” ~ Owen Gleiberman, Variety

“For her directorial debut, Morrison has crafted a masterpiece that captures so many aspects of the sporting world: women athletes’ fight for equality, as well as the systemic issues that prevent brilliant athletes of colour from getting the recognition they deserve.” ~ Louis Skye, WWAC

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