Man in suit in American Gladiators arena
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The American Gladiators Documentary

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Friday, May 5, 2023 12:00 AM
The American Gladiators Documentary, a two-part 30 for 30 ESPN doc, takes an unconventional approach to the epic tale of the famed reality-competition show. But what begins as a traditional sports documentary soon gives way to bigger themes of greed, divergent narratives, and ultimately questions how history itself is written.

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The American Gladiators Documentary, a two-part 30 for 30 ESPN film directed by Ben Berman, takes an unconventional approach to the epic tale of the famed reality-competition show. From its humble beginnings in small-town Erie, PA to international stardom, the show's most charismatic figures finally tell their stories. But what begins as a traditional sports documentary soon gives way to bigger themes of greed, divergent narratives, and ultimately questions how history itself is written.

Streaming online May 5-9. Streaming is only available in Canada.
Film Info
Runtime:170
Copyright:2023
Country Listing:USA
Premiere Status:World Premiere
Landing Page:https://hotdocs.ca/whats-on/hot-docs-festival/films/2023/american-gladiators
Festival Info
Festival Year:2023
Language:English
Accessibility:Online Festival
Program Category:Deep Dive
Cast/Crew Info
Director(s):Ben Berman
Kirk Johnson (co-director)
Producer(s):Russell Wayne Groves
Danny Gabai
Andrew Freston
Editor(s):Jack Price
Rejh Cabrera
Mark Harrison
Adam Ridley
Carter Gunn
Ben Berman
Cinematography:Dan Adlerstein