Monzón: A Knockout Blow

About Monzón: A Knockout Blow

Monzón: A Knockout Blow is a crime TV drama series that premiered in 2018. It is based on the true story of Carlos Monzón, an Argentine professional boxer and world champion, who was convicted of the murder of his wife Alicia Muñiz in 1988.

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• About
• Making / Production
• Actors
• Trivia / Interesting Facts
• Awards
• Quotes
• Music
• Soundtrack

About

The series follows the rise and fall of Carlos Monzón, starting from his humble beginnings as a teenager in the impoverished city of Santa Fe, Argentina. Monzón quickly rises through the ranks of the boxing world, becoming one of the greatest middleweight boxers of all time.

The focus of the series, however, is the tumultuous relationship between Monzón and his wife Alicia. As the series unfolds, it explores the dynamics of their relationship, including Monzón's increasing possessiveness and violence towards Alicia. It ultimately leads to her tragic death and the subsequent trial that captivated the nation.

Making / Production

Monzón: A Knockout Blow is produced by Pampa Films and Disney Media Distribution Latin America. The series was directed by Jesús Bracaccini and Gabriel Conforte, with Pablo Bossi serving as the executive producer.

The production team meticulously recreated the 1960s and 1970s Argentina, capturing the essence of the time period and bringing the story to life. The attention to detail in the set design, costumes, and cinematography is evident throughout the series.

Actors

• Jorge Román as Carlos Monzón - Román delivers a powerful performance, portraying the complexity of Monzón's character, from his charm and charisma to his darker side.
• Mauricio Paniagua as Young Carlos Monzón - Paniagua convincingly portrays the younger version of Carlos Monzón, capturing his determination and drive.
• Celeste Cid as Alicia Muñiz - Cid gives a nuanced performance as Alicia, perfectly balancing vulnerability and strength.
• Peter Lanzani as Víctor Galíndez - Lanzani portrays Víctor Galíndez, a fellow Argentine boxer and friend of Carlos Monzón.
• Florencia Raggi as Pelusa - Raggi plays Pelusa, a friend and confidant of Alicia Muñiz.
• Diego Cremonesi as Horacio Pagani - Cremonesi portrays Horacio Pagani, a journalist who closely follows the story of Carlos Monzón.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series was praised for its accurate depiction of Carlos Monzón's life, as well as the cultural and political climate of Argentina during that time.
• Monzón: A Knockout Blow received critical acclaim for its performances, writing, and production value.

Awards

No awards have been announced for Monzón: A Knockout Blow at the time of writing.

Quotes

• "Boxing is like a dance, but with punches." - Carlos Monzón
• "Love and violence can coexist in the same place." - Alicia Muñiz

Music

The series features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the emotional depth of the story. The music is a combination of original compositions and carefully selected songs from the 1960s and 1970s.

Soundtrack

• "Paint It Black" by The Rolling Stones
• "Bésame Mucho" by Consuelo Velázquez
• "Aguante no va más" by Melingo
• "Whiskey Bar (Alabama Song)" by The Doors
• "Eleanor Rigby" by The Beatles