Meet Matt Edwards, a lower-limb amputee boxer determined to break barriers and obtain his amateur boxing license—the crucial first step toward his dream of becoming a professional fighter. But the real fight isn’t just in the ring; it’s against a system that continues to put up obstacles, reflecting the everyday struggles disabled people face simply to be included in society.
Featuring leading disability advocates such as Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson and ‘Fury the Gladiator’ (Jodie Ounsley), Fighters not only tells Matt’s story but educates and challenges a non-disabled audience to confront the deep-rooted inequalities disabled people still battle today.
Despite living in an era of progress, disabled people are still fighting for inclusion whether in sports, broadcasting, the arts, government, media, or business. While many have made a powerful impact, others continue to face unnecessary barriers to equality.
Fighters is more than just a film – it’s a wake-up call. A powerful, real-life portrayal of one man’s relentless pursuit of acceptance and an inspiring testament to the strength of the human spirit.
This is a film that needs to be seen, not just by the disabled community, but by everyone because if you want something bad enough, you might just have to fight for it.
