Fighting is Alive at Cannes Film Festival
Bobby Razak Film Shorts
join 'Tyson' in Cannes Screenings
Cannes, France -- Fighting is not a lost love, but a new wave of topical films featured at Festival de Cannes 2008. After the premiere of 'Tyson', a documentary of the trials and tribulations of legendary boxer Mike Tyson, the press was wild about investigating the personal insights to a fighter's choices in his career.
Bobby Razak reveals another fighter's inside view in the Cannes 20-min short, "Love Pain Eternal". It is a unique demonstration of his path of love and violence that reveals a karmic turning point that reflects upon the early days of the violent sport of No Holds Barred competition. Razak's second short, "Invincible Warrior" starring UFC Champions Chuck Liddell (Pictures) and John Lewis (Pictures) is a 33-minute short that takes a look at the path of two of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)'s greatest warriors. The film sponsored by MAX Extreme Fighting goes back over ten years portraying their bare knuckles beginnings and their channeled mindset that makes a fighter unbeatable.
"I am impressed by the variety of films here at Cannes and hope that my presence gives TV and film buyers a new channel to diversify global programming to include the fastest growing sport of Mixed Martial Arts" states Razak.
In addition to his shorts, Razak also produces commercials, films and TV programming. His latest film "Fallen Soldier", now in post production, explores the repercussions of a championship boxers injuries and how the industry has neglected to take care of their own. Razak is known for his "reach-the-gut" approach to conveying a strong message, however controversial.
As MMA continues to 'go global' Razak documents MMA's transition from underground to mainstream popularity as well as the legal, ethical and make-or-break career decisions that will mold the industry.
As a young boy growing up in Tottenham, London, England, Bobby Razak found himself extremely inspired by the art of film. Movies such as "Spartacus," "Enter the Dragon," and "Casablanca" triggered Bobby's dream to become a filmmaker. Determined not to let his dream go, Razak moved from England to Los Angeles, CA to pursue his career in film. Once in L.A., Bobby began working for various production companies until he was able to raise the money to produce and direct the critically acclaimed documentary, "Rites of Passage." The film explores the world of mixed martial arts (MMA) and enters the minds of the athletes featured providing a one of a kind, thoughtful, and introspective view of the MMA world. "Rites of Passage," was screened at Sundance Film Festival and appeared on In-Demand PPV across the USA.
Pushing the boundaries, Bobby's next film, "Pit Fight," was shot on 35mm film and contains real bare-knuckle fighting. "Pit Fight" was premiered in the Los Angeles International Short Film Festival, was screened at the Berlin Film Festival, and won numerous visual awards from around the world. He then produced "Invincible Warrior" and "Underground NHB". Switching gears, Bobby's next film, "Love, Pain, Eternal," explores the concepts of love, friendship, and self using his own life experiences. The powerfully emotional film will premiere at Festival de Cannes Short Film Corner May 2008. In May 2008, Bobby will be directing a brand new MMA reality show called "Underground Kings Scouts" featuring fight footage of MMA's talent, and "Underground Kings MMA" featuring the behind-the-scenes stories of new and legendary fighters. He also produces new show in Abu Dhabi coming summer 2008. Still passionate about his work, Bobby continues to seek out new ideas to capture on film. Often fueled by the experiences in his own life, you never know where Bobby's next film will lead its viewers.
Cannes, France -- Fighting is not a lost love, but a new wave of topical films featured at Festival de Cannes 2008. After the premiere of 'Tyson', a documentary of the trials and tribulations of legendary boxer Mike Tyson, the press was wild about investigating the personal insights to a fighter's choices in his career.
Bobby Razak reveals another fighter's inside view in the Cannes 20-min short, "Love Pain Eternal". It is a unique demonstration of his path of love and violence that reveals a karmic turning point that reflects upon the early days of the violent sport of No Holds Barred competition. Razak's second short, "Invincible Warrior" starring UFC Champions Chuck Liddell (Pictures) and John Lewis (Pictures) is a 33-minute short that takes a look at the path of two of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)'s greatest warriors. The film sponsored by MAX Extreme Fighting goes back over ten years portraying their bare knuckles beginnings and their channeled mindset that makes a fighter unbeatable.
"I am impressed by the variety of films here at Cannes and hope that my presence gives TV and film buyers a new channel to diversify global programming to include the fastest growing sport of Mixed Martial Arts" states Razak.
In addition to his shorts, Razak also produces commercials, films and TV programming. His latest film "Fallen Soldier", now in post production, explores the repercussions of a championship boxers injuries and how the industry has neglected to take care of their own. Razak is known for his "reach-the-gut" approach to conveying a strong message, however controversial.
As MMA continues to 'go global' Razak documents MMA's transition from underground to mainstream popularity as well as the legal, ethical and make-or-break career decisions that will mold the industry.
As a young boy growing up in Tottenham, London, England, Bobby Razak found himself extremely inspired by the art of film. Movies such as "Spartacus," "Enter the Dragon," and "Casablanca" triggered Bobby's dream to become a filmmaker. Determined not to let his dream go, Razak moved from England to Los Angeles, CA to pursue his career in film. Once in L.A., Bobby began working for various production companies until he was able to raise the money to produce and direct the critically acclaimed documentary, "Rites of Passage." The film explores the world of mixed martial arts (MMA) and enters the minds of the athletes featured providing a one of a kind, thoughtful, and introspective view of the MMA world. "Rites of Passage," was screened at Sundance Film Festival and appeared on In-Demand PPV across the USA.
Pushing the boundaries, Bobby's next film, "Pit Fight," was shot on 35mm film and contains real bare-knuckle fighting. "Pit Fight" was premiered in the Los Angeles International Short Film Festival, was screened at the Berlin Film Festival, and won numerous visual awards from around the world. He then produced "Invincible Warrior" and "Underground NHB". Switching gears, Bobby's next film, "Love, Pain, Eternal," explores the concepts of love, friendship, and self using his own life experiences. The powerfully emotional film will premiere at Festival de Cannes Short Film Corner May 2008. In May 2008, Bobby will be directing a brand new MMA reality show called "Underground Kings Scouts" featuring fight footage of MMA's talent, and "Underground Kings MMA" featuring the behind-the-scenes stories of new and legendary fighters. He also produces new show in Abu Dhabi coming summer 2008. Still passionate about his work, Bobby continues to seek out new ideas to capture on film. Often fueled by the experiences in his own life, you never know where Bobby's next film will lead its viewers.
