Genre: Comedy
Director: Alex De Rakoff
Production Companies: Natascha Wharton
Locations: London
Start Shoot: September 2, 2002
Wrap Date: October 11, 2002
Release Date: April 30, 2004 (UK)
Official Site: http://www.uip.co.uk/films/calcium_kid
Plot Synopsis:
Jimmy Connelly (Orlando Bloom) is a young milkman who has the burning ambition to become the regional manager for his employers Express Milk Dairies.
But Jimmy's life takes an unexpected turn when he accidentally injures Britain's contender for the upcoming boxing World title during a sparring session in his local gym, and puts him out of action.
With no time to find a suitable replacement Jimmy is thrust into the boxing ring and onto the world stage as Britain's new hope for the championship, in a match of true David and Goliath proportions.
Cast:
Orlando Bloom Jimmy
Omid Djalili Herbie Bush
Michael Pena Jose Mendez
Rafe Spall Stan
Ronni Ancona Pat
Sébastien Dutrieux Jean-Pierre Martin
David Kelly Paddy
Michael Lerner Artie Cohen
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