Cockfighter

Cockfighting, outlawed in 47 states, is a violent battle to the death between two roosters. Considered one of the top gambling sports in rural America, Cockfighter Follows the story of a professional cocksman who won't be satisfied until he earns the prestigious title of Cockfighter of the Year. Cockfighter has a talented cast of stars which includes Warren Oates (Dillinger), Harry Dean Stanton (Alien, Green Mile) Steve Railsback (Helter Skelter), Millie Perkins (Diary Of Anne Frank), Ed Begley (Six Feet Under) and Troy Donahue (Godfather 2). Striving for realism, producer Roger Corman had his director film actual bouts at cockfighting tournaments around the South. Critically acclaimed and award winning, this hard to find widescreen version is a real festival of flying feathers! In what other sport can the loser become dinner? (official distributor synopsis)