what is the movie christy about

Christy is a 2025 biographical drama directed by David Michôd, centered on the real-life story of Christy Martin, one of boxing’s most celebrated female fighters. The film follows her rise from a working-class upbringing in West Virginia to becoming a trailblazing world champion, while also depicting the abusive relationship she endures with her husband and manager, Jim Martin, and how she survives and ultimately strives to rebuild her life. The story blends her professional triumphs in the ring with the harrowing personal violence she faces behind the scenes, offering a fearless portrait of resilience in the face of coercive control and danger. Critics and press describe the film as a hard-hitting, emotionally charged look at both her groundbreaking boxing career and the abuse she endured, with a standout performance from Sydney Sweeney in the title role.