Three individuals navigate the underground world of rooster fighting, revealing the sport's impact on their lives and the lengths they go to preserve it.
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Three individuals navigate the underground world of rooster fighting, revealing the sport's impact on their lives and the lengths they go to preserve it.
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Manuel Costa, a 73-year-old cockfighting veteran, attends illegal fights in California. He aims to keep the tradition alive despite legal challenges. Clara, from Arizona, recounts her struggle after the sport was banned, forcing her to leave it behind. Larry Cook, an ex-patriot in Mexico, fights roosters to make a living. Their stories illustrate the underground culture of cockfighting and the deep connections these individuals have with the sport. The film runs for 45 minutes and was directed by Tiller Russell.
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Why Watch
- Meet Manuel, a 73-year-old cockfighting veteran.
- See Clara's story of losing her passion due to laws.
- Find out how Larry makes a living fighting roosters.
Did You Know
- Manuel is 73 years old and a veteran of cockfighting.
- Clara had to stop participating in cockfighting when it was outlawed in Arizona.
- Larry fights roosters for a living while living in Mexico.
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Who is Manuel in the documentary Cockfight?
Manuel is a 73-year-old veteran of rooster fighting who attends illegal cockfights in California.
What happened to Clara's involvement in cockfighting?
Clara was forced to abandon cockfighting when it was outlawed in Arizona.
Where does Larry live and what does he do?
Larry is an ex-patriot living in Mexico who fights roosters for a living.
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