TYSON

“Those who think of Mike Tyson as just an animal unleashed upon an unsuspecting world should welcome the alternative perspective.” - Variety

The life of one of the most notorious and maligned boxers of all time is laid bare by maverick filmmaker James Toback (Fingers, Black and White) in this documentary told exclusively in ‘Iron' Mike Tyson's own words. Touching on the subjects that make him such a notorious figure - his relationship with Robin Givens, his loss to Buster Douglas, his rape conviction and the infamous chunk of Evander Holyfield's ear that he took off in the ring - Tyson appears as a man who has learned a lot from life and remains largely misunderstood.

Featuring archival footage and home movies, Tyson is a look at one man as you've never seen him before - from his own point of view.

--- D/S James Toback P Damon Bingham, James Toback, Mike Tyson, Harlan Werner Dist Hopscotch TD 35mm/2008