Born to Fight is a 2004 action film directed by Panna Rittikrai. The film follows the story of a group of Thai athletes who are caught up in a terrorist plot to destroy a village with a stolen nuclear missile. The athletes, who come from various disciplines such as Muay Thai and gymnastics, must band together and use their skills to protect the village and prevent the missile from launching.
The main character is Deaw, a Muay Thai fighter who is visiting his sister in a small village when the terrorists attack. Deaw quickly discovers their plan and recruits the village's young athletes to help him fight back. The group includes a gymnast, a high jumper, a boxer, a runner, and a soccer player among others. Together, they use their unique skills and abilities to take down the terrorists and save the village.
Throughout the film, there are several intense action sequences, including hand-to-hand combat, gunfights, and explosive set pieces. The stunts and fight choreography are particularly impressive, as they were performed by the cast and crew without the use of CGI or wirework.
Born to Fight received positive reviews for its thrilling action and unique premise. It is considered a cult classic in the world of martial arts cinema and is often compared to other ensemble action films such as The Expendables and The Raid.