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Pariah: The Lives and Deaths of Sonny Liston (2019)

8.020191h 30mEN
Documentary

Directed by Simon George

Rating

8.0/10

Runtime

1h 30m

Language

EN

Release

November 15, 2019

Director

Simon George

Overview

Overcoming the seemingly insurmountable odds that life threw his way, Liston became heavyweight champion of the world when he knocked out Floyd Patterson in 1962. Eight years later, he died but friends questioned the cause of his death.

Cast

Sven Ruygrok

Sven Ruygrok

Eric Ducharme

D. David Morin

D. David Morin

Ash Resnick

Sonny Liston

Sonny Liston

Self (archive footage)

Mike Tyson

Mike Tyson

Self

Jerry Izenberg

Jerry Izenberg

Self

Floyd Patterson

Floyd Patterson

Self (archive footage)

Gene Kilroy

Gene Kilroy

Self

Muhammad Ali

Muhammad Ali

Self (archive footage)

Chuck Wepner

Chuck Wepner

Self (archive footage)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Pariah: The Lives and Deaths of Sonny Liston (2019), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Overcoming the seemingly insurmountable odds that life threw his way, Liston became heavyweight champion of the world when he knocked out Floyd Patterson in 1962. Eight years later, he died but friends questioned the cause of his death.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Pariah: The Lives and Deaths of Sonny Liston. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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