Having completed his first two films which includes THEY KILLED MY CAT, Elliot "White Lightning" Scott is committed to becoming the next Chuck Norris with his ultimate low-budget karate epic: BLOOD FIGHT. This surreal documentary captures two years in the lives of a passionate amateur filmmaker, his supportive girlfriend Linda, and their outrageous cast—all trying to realize their dreams of movie stardom. As Elliot retreats into his world of make-believe, Linda struggles to keep him grounded and patiently waits for him to propose. With everyone's hopes pinned on Elliot, this comedic-drama unfolds into a shocking and complex examination of how we lie to ourselves to follow our dreams at any cost.
Having drawn comparisons to American Movie, Napolean Dynamite, and King of Kong the film has shocked and delighted audiences with Indiewire acclaiming that "the dramatic finale is so surprising, it will undoubtedly get audiences talking about what they just saw.”
"While 2014 will no doubt be chock full of great documentaries, a great one has just hit our doorsteps”
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“...the dramatic finale is so surprising, it will undoubtedly get audiences talking about what they just saw” - IndieWire
“Elliot is dynamic, deceptive, and powerful filmmaking” - Twitch Film
Winner of the 2014 Slamdance Grand Jury Prize for Best Documentary. Official Selection; Hot Docs. Official Selection: Canada Perspective Marche Du Film Cannes 2014. Official Selection, Fantastic Fest.
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