About Ringo: Gloria y Muerte

"Ringo: Gloria y Muerte" is a riveting TV series aired in 2023 that chronicles the tumultuous life of Oscar “Ringo” Bonavena, Argentina's most celebrated and eccentric heavyweight boxer. The series delves into the highs and lows of his career, his magnetic personality that made him a beloved icon in Buenos Aires, and his rivalry with boxing legends like Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier. The story takes a tragic turn as Ringo, victimized by exploitative contracts and his ambition, moves to Reno, Nevada, only to get tangled up with the mob, which led to his sudden death.

Making/Production

The series, with its raw and real portrayal of the world of boxing and the mob in the '60s and '70s, demands a meticulously crafted production design and direction. The creators have taken painstaking effort to recreate the era with a keen eye for detail, whether it's the boxing rings, the neon-lit cityscape of Buenos Aires, or the dingy alleys of Reno.

Actors

• Actor 1 – Delivers a knockout performance as Ringo, bringing to life a complex character who is as charming as he is flawed.
• Actor 2 – Portrays a sinister mob boss in Nevada, adding layers of chilling menace and unpredictability to the story.
• Actor 3 – Plays Ringo's manager, delivering a powerful performance of a man torn between his loyalty and personal ambitions.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Fact 1 - The series was shot in Buenos Aires and Nevada, in order to truly capture the essence and atmosphere of each location during the '60s and '70s.
• Fact 2 - Despite being a tragic story, the series does not lack humor, mirroring Ringo's own blend of charisma and oddball humor.

Quotes

• Quote 1 - "In the ring or out, the fight never ends."
• Quote 2 - "I'd rather die on my feet than live on my knees."

Music, Soundtrack

• Track 1 - An immersive score that articulates the tense, dramatic moments in the ring.
• Track 2 - A nostalgic tribute to the swinging sounds of Buenos Aires’s nightlife in the '60s and '70s.