Elias from Vollsmose has just begun his professional boxing career with five fights and five victories, but behind the wins lie deliberate choices of what to leave behind. The boxing club is Elias’ anchor, keeping him at a distance from a social circle tied to the criminal environment.
His coach, Shahbaz, sees a potential in Elias that goes beyond victories in the ring. He teaches him discipline, responsibility, and self-control. Because not all fights are fought in the ring.
When Shahbaz confronted Elias with a choice, boxing became more than a sport. It became his way out.
The film follows Elias in the days leading up to his sixth professional boxing match.