Cockfight(2001)
Cockfight Synopsis
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.
Cockfight (2001) is a documentary film directed by Tiller Russell, released on March 1, 2001 with a runtime of 45m. It stars Larry Cook, Manuel Costa, Clara Godfrey and David Holthouse. Viewers rate it 4.5 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Tiller Russell
- Producers:
- Tiller Russell, Loren Mendell
- Production:
- Angry Young Ranch
- Status:
- Released
Cockfight Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Larry Cook
Larry Cook
as Himself
- Manuel Costa
Manuel Costa
as Himself
- Clara Godfrey
Clara Godfrey
as Herself
David Holthouse
as Himself
- Doyle Thompson
Doyle Thompson
as Himself
Key crew
Directed by Tiller Russell, produced by Tiller Russell and Loren Mendell.
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Cockfight Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 4.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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Cockfight – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Cockfight online?
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Cockfight (2001) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Cockfight?
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The main cast of Cockfight (2001) includes Larry Cook, Manuel Costa, Clara Godfrey, David Holthouse and Doyle Thompson. The film was directed by Tiller Russell. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Cockfight released?
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Cockfight was released on March 1, 2001 and runs for 45m.
Is Cockfight worth watching?
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Cockfight (2001) holds an average rating of 4.5 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.