El Gallo is a drama film that revolves around the life of Rafael 'Gallo' Ramirez played by Juan Pablo Raba, a former boxing champion, who now earns a living as a drug runner in the dangerous streets of San Juan, Puerto Rico. Gallo is a complex character who struggles to find his place in the world as a retired boxer.
One day, Gallo is given a chance to come back to the ring and fight for his redemption. He is offered a deal by his old coach Ramon (Manny Perez) to train him for one last fight against a young and highly skilled boxer. Gallo sees this as an opportunity to turn his life around, redeem himself, and provide for his family.
However, as he trains for the fight, Gallo must confront his inner demons, including his past mistakes, his addiction to drugs, and his tumultuous relationship with his wife, Mia (Paola Nuñez). The film delivers a powerful narrative about redemption and the strength of the human spirit.
The film is directed by Ali Abouomar and co-written by Joel Silverman and Ali Abouomar. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2018 and has received critical acclaim for its compelling story, strong performances, and gripping action sequences.
