Fightville

2011 "We Build Better Men"
Fightville
6.5| 1h25m| en| More Info
Released: 12 March 2011 Released
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Official Website: http://www.fightville.net/
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FIGHTVILLE is about the art and sport of fighting: a microcosm of life, a physical manifestation of that other brutal contest called the American Dream...

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Dalbert Pringle Bam! Bam! Bam! WARNING! - If you are someone who simply cannot enjoy (even slightly) watching a man being royally pulverized by another, then "Fightville" certainly isn't gonna register as entertainment for you.But, on the other hand - If you wanna see the real thing here where a bunch of very dedicated young men (who seem to have a lot of inner-rage to vent) punch the living daylights outta each other (all in the name of glory with little or no monetary gain), then this well-produced documentary (from 2011) is certainly worth a view.Through interviews with MMA fighters, their trainers (and, yes, even opinions from concerned parents) - Fightville introduces the viewer to these feisty, pugilistic, young lads from Gladiator Academy (located in Lafayette, Louisiana) who travel around the State with promoter Gil Guillory in order to proudly demonstrate (to the ever-curious public) all there is to know about anger-management, one-on-one combat and the disciplined art of MMA fighting.
awais_manir Fightville is a documentary mostly based on two fighters (Dustin Poirier and Albert Stainback)In dead end Louisana the documentary covers both their stories and explores their Personalities/Psychographics through MMA (Mix Martial Arts). MMA is hugely frowned upon and called 'Human cock fighting' but this documentary prevails that MMA is a way to keep people of the street and turn them into Physical/Mental/Social Perfectionists, as being a established fighter within MMA is their dream . Tim Credeur (UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) Veteran and BJJ (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu) Black Belt) their coach renowned for starring on the Ultimate Fighter Season 7 is like a guide/father figure and to those training at Gladiatots Academy gym as he has seen the Sport of MMAs Ups and Downs.Beautiful Cinematography and Footage of Fights is not limited like similar documentariesSumming it up:Two Fighters, Two Personalities, One Coach, One Dream.
Jason Nunes Full of heart, the documentary Fightville follows two perspective MMA fighters as they try to become professionals. Set in Louisiana, Fightville is gritty, and unflinching in its portrayal of the young men pursuing their dreams in the world of mixed martial arts. It's beautifully shot, compelling, and deep. The fighters, their trainers, and the fight promoters have thought long and hard about fighting, and it's place in the world, and they aren't afraid to tell it like it is. Everyone in the film is well spoken, and their insights are interesting. But more important than all of that is the story of the fighters. They pursue their own unique American dreams in two very different ways. One is driven, and single minded. The other wavers, and questions. I found myself rooting hard for both of them. I won't spoil it, but the tension built until the end. The climax had me at the edge of my seat, and the payoff was well worth the price of admission. Before watching Fightville, I wasn't a huge fan of MMA. I've changed my mind. These guys are big hearted warriors, who dream big. Their pursuit of those dreams is a story worth watching.
Meghan Scibona Fightville is such a pleasure to watch. I've been to two screenings and loved it the second time as much as the first.It's easy to fall in love with the characters. The film captures their full personalities and offers an intimate view of their lives.The story is tight, and taps into the universal drive to go after one's dreams without being heavy handed or cheesy.Michael Tucker really got into the fights with his camera and his cinematography works wonderfully.What surprised me the most is how many funny moments they managed to find in a documentary about MMA fighting. That's probably my favorite part.