The Flame Within is the inspiring true story of Clarissa Shields, arguably the greatest female boxer of all time. With the help of her tough love coach Jason Crutchfield, Claressa, a high school student from Flint, Michigan, overcomes all limitations and becomes the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in boxing. But even at the height of success, Claressa must consider that not all dreams are the same, and the real struggle is just beginning.