How long is Ring of Fire: The Emile Griffith Story?

Ring of Fire: The Emile Griffith Story is 1 hr 27 min long.

What is Ring of Fire: The Emile Griffith Story about?

Dan Klores and Ron Berger's documentary charts the rise and fall of former welterweight boxing champ Emile Griffith. Born in the Virgin Islands, Griffith moved to New York where, before becoming a boxer, he designed ladies' hats. Once inside the ring his career took off and regular boxing telecasts made him a celebrity. In a 1962 match, Griffith beat Benny "Kid" Paret to death after Paret taunted him with an anti-gay remark. Griffith's star faded and the incident ended boxing broadcasts.

Ring of Fire: The Emile Griffith Story

Name: Ring of Fire: The Emile Griffith Story
Genre: Documentary
Duration: 87
Rating: 79

NR 1 hr 27 min

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How long is Ring of Fire: The Emile Griffith Story?: Ring of Fire: The Emile Griffith Story is 1 hr 27 min long.

Who directed Ring of Fire: The Emile Griffith Story?: Dan Klores

What is Ring of Fire: The Emile Griffith Story about?: Dan Klores and Ron Berger's documentary charts the rise and fall of former welterweight boxing champ Emile Griffith. Born in the Virgin Islands, Griffith moved to New York where, before becoming a boxer, he designed ladies' hats. Once inside the ring his career took off and regular boxing telecasts made him a celebrity. In a 1962 match, Griffith beat Benny "Kid" Paret to death after Paret taunted him with an anti-gay remark. Griffith's star faded and the incident ended boxing broadcasts.