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Oct 22, 2021 · Yes, ‘The Fight That Never Ends’ is based on a true story. In fact, it is inspired by producer Joanne Lee Beck’s life and social reform efforts in 1990s Los Angeles. The three central characters in the film all derive from real-life personas.
Oct 15, 2021 · Christa Allen returns to Lifetime in the premiere of "The Fight That Never Ends," inspired Joanne Beck and John Wesley Hunter's real-life fight against racial injustice.
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Leon Watkins (Allen Payne) runs a community helpline in South Central LA, where anyone in need of help is welcome. One of his most frequent visitors is local gang leader, John Wesley Hunter (Robert Ri’chard), otherwise known as “Joker” to the streets.
Meanwhile, reputed gang member Jay Hunter (Robert Ri'chard), back on the streets following a bid in prison, is nearly killed in a drive-by shooting. When Jay comes to Leon for a loan, he meets Joanne, and their fate is set in motion.
Oct 16, 2021 · Lifetime’s upcoming emotional and inspirational Fall movie, The Fight That Never Ends, premiering Sunday, October 17th and we have a first look at the film with an exclusive sneak peek.
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Tensions run high when a Jewish woman and a gang leader fall in love while fighting racial injustice against the backdrop of the Los Angeles 1992 Riots.
Oct 14, 2021 · After a day of hustling and almost losing his life in a shoot-out, Joker goes to the one place where he knows he can get help. All in a typical day’s work for Leon until an unlikely woman,...
