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Cockfight (2001)

Movie ★ 4.5 45 min

Documentary

COCKFIGHT is a voyage into the underground world of rooster fighting. The film chronicles the harrowing and hilarious adventures of three wildly different characters. The first, Manuel, is a salty 73-year old who attends illegal cockfights in California and fights to preserve the ancient but embattled sport. The second, Clara, is a vibrant Latina who was forced to quit cockfighting when the sport was outlawed in Arizona. The third, Larry, is a firebrand ex-patriot exiled to Mexico where he fights roosters for a living. Cockfight pierces the veil of secrecy that cloaks this enormously popular yet controversial activity. By bringing you in contact with people whose daily lives are defined by cockfighting, the film seeks to demonstrate how people can draw meaning, value and humor from something many see as savage and barbaric.

Tiller Russell Director

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Quick facts

Released
March 1, 2001
Runtime
45 min
IMDb
tt0379739
Language
Studio
Angry Young Ranch

Themes

Cast

Larry Cook Himself Manuel Costa Himself Clara Godfrey Herself David Holthouse David Holthouse Himself Doyle Thompson Himself

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Frequently asked questions

What is Cockfight about?
COCKFIGHT is a voyage into the underground world of rooster fighting. The film chronicles the harrowing and hilarious adventures of three wildly different characters. The first, Manuel, is a salty 73-year old who attends illegal cockfights in California and fights to preserve the ancient but embattled sport. The second, Clara, is a vibrant Latina who was forced to quit cockfighting when the sport was outlawed in Arizona. The third, Larry, is a firebrand ex-patriot exiled to Mexico where he fights roosters for a living. Cockfight pierces the veil of secrecy that cloaks this enormously popular yet controversial activity. By bringing you in contact with people whose daily lives are defined by cockfighting, the film seeks to demonstrate how people can draw meaning, value and humor from something many see as savage and barbaric.
Who directed Cockfight?
Cockfight was directed by Tiller Russell.
Who stars in Cockfight?
Cockfight stars Larry Cook, Manuel Costa, Clara Godfrey, David Holthouse.
When was Cockfight released?
Cockfight is a 2001 documentary film.
Where can I watch Cockfight?
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