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Sydney Sweeney stars in and produced the film “Christy,” a biopic about boxer Christy Martin’s rise to fame and her harrowing experience with domestic abuse at the hands of her then-husband. Sweeney hopes the film will raise awareness about domestic violence, a cause personally important to her. Martin has joined Sweeney at premieres, praising her performance. Sweeney will be honored at Variety’s 2025 Power of Women event, highlighting the National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence. Sweeney emphasizes the emotional impact of the role, highlighting themes of freedom, personal strength, and the importance of checking on loved ones.

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Sydney Sweeney’s “Christy” Aims to Knock Out Domestic Violence

HOLLYWOOD, CA – Actress Sydney Sweeney is stepping into the ring not just as a performer, but as an advocate. Her new film, “Christy,” a powerful biopic about trailblazing boxer Christy Martin’s life and struggle with domestic violence, is set to be a knockout both on and off-screen. Sweeney hopes the film will shine a light on the pervasive issue of domestic abuse.

The film tells the story of Martin, who in 2010 was brutally attacked by her then-husband, James “Jim” Martin, who was later convicted of attempted murder. Martin, now 57, has attended premieres alongside Sweeney, commending the actress’s portrayal of her life.

Sweeney, 28, will be honored at Variety’s 2025 Power of Women event on Wednesday, Oct. 29, where she will spotlight the National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence, a cause deeply personal to her. While Sweeney has kept the specifics of her connection private, she emphasized the importance of raising awareness through “Christy.”

“It’s a very personal issue that’s important to me, and I hope that through ‘Christy’ and her story, it can raise more awareness,” Sweeney told Variety.

In “Christy,” Sweeney embodies the boxer’s journey from small-town roots to international fame, capturing the complexities of her career and personal life, including her tumultuous relationship with her manager-turned-husband, played by Ben Foster.

Sweeney, who also served as a producer on the film, shared that Martin became a close friend during production. “Having her with us was a really powerful experience,” Sweeney said at the Hamptons International Film Festival.

The film has had a profound impact on Sweeney. “She taught me how to stand up for myself more and feel stronger in my personal life, my work life,” Sweeney revealed after a special screening of the film. “We both fight our own fights in different types of rings.”

“Christy” is directed by David Michôd. It promises to be a gripping and important film that not only celebrates Martin’s athletic achievements but also sheds light on the critical issue of domestic violence.

If you are experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233, or go to thehotline.org. All calls are toll-free and confidential. The hotline is available 24/7 in more than 170 languages.

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