December 2008 – UFC Hall of Famer Randy Couture is spotlighted this month by Comcast Video on Demand. MMA Classics has partnered with HavocTV, which will now become the exclusive distributor of ‘FIGHTER, a documentary’. Its release is made possible by an agreement reached by the two companies to provide access to MMA fans through Comcast’s Movie VOD service. This award winning film features the elite sport of mixed martial arts fighting through the eyes of Randy ‘The Natural’ Couture, with analysis by World Cup gold medalist and training guru Rico Chiapparelli.
Reality fighting has long been a misunderstood sport. Since its release, ‘FIGHTER, a documentary’ has been quietly changing people’s perceptions about mixed martial arts fighting, the athletes who participate, and the motivation behind their choice to compete in this highly competitive sport. Set in the 90’s, the film follows Randy Couture through his journey from US National team wrestler to MMA legend. Included are insights into his extensive and grueling training regimen as well as documentation of his trip Japan to ultimately win his first UFC World Title.
Shot by award winning filmmaker Pericles Lewnes, ‘FIGHTER’ has been the recipient of multiple awards, including ‘Best Documentary’ at the FAIF Film Festival in Hollywood, CA ‘Best Biography’ at the NYFVI Film festival in New York, NY, and ‘Best Sports Documentary’ at the NYIIF Festival in Los Angeles, as well as being the official Selection of many film festivals listed at www.mmaclassics.com. The film “takes you deep into the world of Couture … a man who is now considered the personification of everything good about this sportâ€.
Havoc is the world’s leading multi platform digital network focused on the best Indy music and action sports, dedicated to bringing viewers what they want, when they want, where they want. ‘FIGHTER, a documentary’ is available 24/7 on Comcast Movies VOD from December 3, 2008, through January 7, 2009. MMA fans who have not yet seen this groundbreaking film can now watch in the comfort of their own home for only $2.99, and diehard fans can experience the magic of Couture’s quest for the UFC title all over again.
‘FIGHTER’ provides an irreverent yet brutally honest look inside the minds of MMA competitors while deftly capturing the skill, dedication, rivalry, camaraderie, and tremendous mutual respect among these ‘ultimate athletes’. With unprecedented access behind the scenes, this glimpse into the world of reality fighters shows events from their own perspective, through tournaments, training, and daily lives. What it takes to exist in this world of driven, volatile and sometimes violent men is thoroughly explored, as well as the concept behind the making of a UFC title-holder.
Randy Couture’s dedication to the sport of MMA is brilliantly captured and his character comes to life as he traverses the ground between the wrestling ring and the UFC octagon with determination and a vitality that jumps off the screen. For a short trailer and more information on `FIGHTER` please visit: www.mmaclassics.com To order `FIGHTER` from Comcast VOD & get a full listing of On Demand programming please visit: www.comcast.com/OnDemand
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