Ring of Fire: The Emile Griffith Story

[hob]

How many of you know about the tragic story of Emile Griffith? Emile was championship boxer until the day he killed Benny “The Kid” Paret in the ring. Some say Benny brought the pounding he took in that match to himself because of the constant taunts he would make towards Emile. He’d make comments towards Emile about his sexuality among other things. If you’d like to check out some clips from the documentary go to http://www.hyfntrak.com/ringoffire/AFF19955 . And if you like what you see, check it out on DVD September 20th.

[trinidadpr87]

How many of you know about the tragic story of Emile Griffith? Emile was championship boxer until the day he killed Benny “The Kid” Paret in the ring. Some say Benny brought the pounding he took in that match to himself because of the constant taunts he would make towards Emile. He’d make comments towards Emile about his sexuality among other things. If you’d like to check out some clips from the documentary go to http://www.hyfntrak.com/ringoffire/AFF19955 . And if you like what you see, check it out on DVD September 20th.

I saw it on usa and it was a very touching story.2 thumbs up.

[SilentButViolent]

do you know if and when usa will air it again?

[THE REAL NINJA]

How many of you know about the tragic story of Emile Griffith? Emile was championship boxer until the day he killed Benny “The Kid” Paret in the ring. Some say Benny brought the pounding he took in that match to himself because of the constant taunts he would make towards Emile. He’d make comments towards Emile about his sexuality among other things. If you’d like to check out some clips from the documentary go to http://www.hyfntrak.com/ringoffire/AFF19955 . And if you like what you see, check it out on DVD September 20th.

i seen it it was sad as hell when griff and peret"s son start crying

[brooklynstreetz]

Emile is a real cool guy I actually see him in the gym almost everyday