Heavy Weight (2016): Cast & Plot
Heavy Weight is a 2016 short romantic film directed by Jonny Ruff, starring Chuku Modu as Paris, Dean Christie and Eddy Elsey. It runs 13 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 13 min
- Director
- Jonny Ruff
- Genre
- Romance
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Clarendon Work Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Heavy Weight About?
The premise of Heavy Weight without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A gifted newcomer's arrival at a boxing club unexpectedly challenges Paris, a seasoned fighter, forcing him to confront his own vulnerabilities. The film explores themes of strength and sensitivity within a traditionally hyper-masculine environment, delving into the complexities of personal struggle and self-discovery.
Heavy Weight Cast & Characters
Chuku Modu leads the cast as Paris, with Dean Christie as Gerry and Eddy Elsey as Noah. Directed by Jonny Ruff; 4 actors are credited in all.
- Director Jonny Ruff
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Chuku Modu as Paris - Dean Christie as Gerry
- Eddy Elsey as Noah
- Jace Moody as Connor
Heavy Weight Plot Summary
What happens in Heavy Weight from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
When school ends for the summer, Gerry Garner learns from his parents that he’s headed to Camp Hope, a weight-loss retreat for boys. At first, the idea feels like a punishment, but Gerry gradually opens up when he meets Pat, a camp counselor whose cheerful energy stands in stark contrast to the intimidating changes on the horizon. The other campers have brought enough junk food to sustain them through the entire season, and they quickly discover that Camp Hope isn’t just about sweating it out—it’s about surviving a new regime that tests every limit.
Full summary
The whole story of Heavy Weight, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Heavy Weight?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the enthusiastic camp counselor that Gerry befriends at Camp Hope?
Heavy Weight Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “负重” and “헤비 웨이트”.
- Also known as
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- 负重
- 헤비 웨이트
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Heavy Weight FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Heavy Weight, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Heavy Weight?
Heavy Weight runs 13 minutes.
When was Heavy Weight released?
Heavy Weight was released on June 9, 2016.
Who directed Heavy Weight?
Heavy Weight was directed by Jonny Ruff.
Who is in the cast of Heavy Weight?
Heavy Weight stars Chuku Modu as Paris, Dean Christie as Gerry and Eddy Elsey as Noah, among 4 credited actors.
Does Heavy Weight have a post-credit scene?
No. Heavy Weight has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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