On January 30, 1937, former bantamweight titleholder Tony Marino stepped through the ropes to face fellow contender Carlos "Indian" Quintana. It would be Marino's last fight. The injuries he sustained resulted in his death two days later. Shortly after this tragedy, the New York State Athletic Commission convened to frame a new rule that would have a major impact on the sport of boxing. More than eighty years after Marino's death, the three-knockdown rule is universally used in the sport.
This documentary examines Marino's life as a first generation American (of Italian immigrants) growing up in the Pittsburgh area, his career and tragic death, as well as the creation of the three-knockdown rule and its impact on the sport.
It contains interviews with Roy McHugh, a former sports editor for The Pittsburgh Press newspaper and author of the recently published book, "When Pittsburgh Was A Fight Town"; Robert G. Rodriguez, author of the book, "The Regulation of Boxing"; and Ethyle Blair, Tony Marino's sister.
The DVD (which has English subtitles) can be ordered through Amazon:
The DVD contains two extras: In "Battling Uncles," Bernie Marino talks about his two uncles, bantamweight champion Tony Marino and bantamweight contender Tommy Ryan; and, in "Pittsburgh's Forgotten Champion," Roy McHugh shares his views on why Tony Marino is not that well-remembered even in his hometown area.
Written, Produced & Directed by Vernon Gravely
Edited by Vernon Gravely & John Haas
Videography by Gloria Day & Vernon Gravely
Sound by Wayne Armstrong
Narrated by Dick Kent Withers
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