Fightville MMA Documentary: NY Premier Sunday November 6

NY MMA fans have a special treat awaiting them this Sunday, November 6th at NYU's Eisner Auditorium located at 60 Washington Square, New York City.  The premier of Fightville, an outstanding MMA documentary, followed by a discussion about the legalization of MMA in New York.  Not be to missed!  From the Fightville website:

The acclaimed directors of Gunner Palace and How to Fold a Flag take us into the world of mixed martial arts fighting. Set around Lafayette, Louisiana, the film follows aspiring fighters and captures the rise of Dustin “the Diamond” Poirier. Gorgeously shot, this is an unexpectedly lyrical portrait of men trying to better themselves through hard work, guts and determination.

Followed by a Discussion on Legalizing MMA in NY State

As Mixed Martial Arts  enters the mainstream–with the UFC on Fox, fighters with name brand sponsors and the sport becoming a Hollywood staple–why is it still illegal in New York and who is keeping it from Madison Square Garden? A discussion with Fightville co-director Michael Tucker and Ariel Helwani, MMA journalist for AOL’s MMAFighting.com and NBCSports.com.

Tickets for NYU screenings are available in advance online or at the IFC Center box office. Same-day tickets are only available at the specific screening venue.

4:45 PM, Sun. Nov. 6, 2011 - NYU's Kimmel Ctr. 4th Floor (Eisner Auditorium) - Buy Tickets

Watch the official trailer here:  Fightville Trailer

More info and the offical trailer after the jump.

Expected to Attend: Petra Epperlein, Michael Tucker, Ariel Helwani

Director: Petra Epperlein & Michael Tucker

Producer: Petra Epperlein & Michael Tucker

Cinematographer: Michael Tucker

Editor: Petra Epperlein & Michael Tucker

Music: Alex Kliment

Running Time: 85 min.

Language: English

Country: USA

Official Site: http://www.fightville.net

On Twitter: @fightville