Billy and the Kids

Billy Graham was a a poor, restless, dyslexic boy from Lower Hutt who was taken under the wing of a boxing coach and became an amateur champion. In 2006 Graham set up his first boxing academy in his home suburb. Now he runs five gyms, training young people to have pride in themselves and their bodies. This 42-minute documentary was directed by award-winner Mark Albiston (The Six Dollar Fifty Man). It follows a group of young Kiwis who have found acceptance and inspiration on the floor at Graham's gym. Billy and the Kids debuted at the 2019 NZ International Film Festival.

What goes in your head stay in your head, a man is what he thinks he is, a little boy is the same, you've got to start thinking good things.

– Boxing mentor Billy Graham on building a healthy self-image

Key Cast & Crew

Marty Williams

Cinematographer

Mark Albiston

Director, Editor

Sharlene George

Producer

Joel Anscombe-Smith

Sound Recordist

Luke Haigh

Editor

Grayson Gilmour

Composer