

A forgotten boxing masterpiece finally gets its victory lap, gloves off.
This brand new documentary takes a closer look at the production history, unique style, and lasting appeal of Fat City, as well as Leonard Gardner's novel that inspired it. Included in it are new interviews with actors Stacy Keach and Candy Clark, casting director Fred Roos, and camera assistant Gary Vidor.
Production
Rare archival access to 1972 Stockton locations.
Acting
Stacy Keach's raw, unfiltered memories of playing Tully.
Director
Robert Fischer
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Gary Vidor was literally a camera assistant on Fat City; this doc reunites him with his own 16mm behind-the-scenes footage.
Fred Roos reveals he cast Jeff Bridges after seeing him in The Last Picture Show—a Huston connection he deliberately engineered.
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