Hard Times

"Hard Times" is set during the Great Depression and follows Chaney, a tough and silent streetfighter, who teams up with Speed, a resourceful promoter of underground street boxing matches. The duo heads to New Orleans, where Speed finances Chaney's fighting career by borrowing money, only to often gamble away the winnings, leading to tense and gritty struggles for survival.

Trivia:
1. "Hard Times" features Charles Bronson in one of his early lead roles, showcasing his iconic tough-guy persona that later defined his career.
2. The boxing scenes were notable for their realistic choreography, with Bronson performing many of the fight sequences himself to portray the raw and gritty nature of street fighting authentically.
3. The film's depiction of underground fight promotions was inspired by real-life boxing events during the Depression era, adding a layer of social commentary on economic hardship and survival.

Full Cast of Hard Times

Crew of Hard Times