Trainer Brendan Ingle recently shared his heartfelt reaction to the film celebrating the life of ‘Prince’ Naseem Hamed, a boxing icon. The 53-year-old expressed his nostalgia and emotions while seeing the film’s poster displayed on a bus in Sheffield. Ingle remarked, “I just wish he could see all this – he’d be amazed that someone had made a film about him.”
Brendan Ingle and Naseem Hamed’s Journey
Raised in a working-class family in Sheffield, Hamed became a significant figure in boxing. His journey began when his father introduced him to the sport at the age of seven. Hamed turned professional at 18 and quickly rose to prominence. He became the European champion by the age of 20, with world titles following just a year later.
Special Screening in Sheffield
A special screening of the film is set to take place at The Light cinema in Sheffield on Thursday. Ingle’s family, along with boxers and former trainers from the Ingle Gym, are expected to attend this event. The screening will include a Q&A session featuring lead actor Amir El-Masry, who portrays Hamed, and writer-director Rowan Athale.
Film Team and Inspiration
The movie’s executive producer is the legendary Sylvester Stallone, known for his iconic role in the “Rocky” series. Ingle shared a touching memory, stating, “[Brendan] loved Rocky; we always got dragged out to a Rocky film as kids.” This connection adds a sentimental layer to the film’s narrative.
- Film Title: ‘Prince’ Naseem Hamed
- Screening Location: The Light cinema, Sheffield
- Lead Actor: Amir El-Masry
- Director: Rowan Athale
- Executive Producer: Sylvester Stallone
- Ingle’s Emotional Quote: “I just wish he could see all this…”
- Hamed’s Milestones:
- Introduced to boxing at age 7
- Turned professional at age 18
- European champion by age 20
- World titles at age 21
This film not only celebrates the life of Naseem Hamed but also honors the deep connections and inspirations behind his journey, as reflected by Ingle’s heartfelt sentiments.
