Dawg Fight
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West Perrine, Florida is a suburban ghetto in Southwest Miami-Dade County. Over 73% of its residents are African-American and more than a third of the...m are unemployed. Violent crimes occur on a daily basis in this neighborhood of less than two square miles, where much of its adult male population winds up dead or in prison before their 30th birthday. But there is hope in the hood... Dhafir "Dada 5000" Harris (6'3", 270lbs., bench presses 670lbs) grew up blocks away from Perrine's MMA sensation, Kimbo Slice, and spent a year traveling the world as Kimbo's bodyguard. When Kimbo's manager buried video of Dada's spectacular backyard fight debut, for fear of Dada overshadowing his rising superstar, Dada leaves Kimbo's crew and makes a life-changing decision: Dada builds a ring in his momma's backyard and transforms himself into the Don King of illegal backyard fights in Perrine. No doctors, no ambulance. Just two men in a 12'x12' ring battling in a savage bare-knuckle fight to the finish. Dada's gladiators give everything in the the backyard to feed their families and to try to fight their way out of hood. Meanwhile Dada returns to the ring, is discovered by professional scouts and gets his shot at turning pro in the octagon at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. Show More

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Dawg Fight is a gripping documentary that takes viewers into the heart of West Perrine, a suburban ghetto in Southwest Miami-Dade County. With a predominantly African-American population, unemployment rates are high and violence is a daily occurrence. Many men in this community end up dead or in prison before reaching the age of 30.

However, amidst the hardship, there is a glimmer of hope. Dhafir Dada 5000 Harris, a towering figure standing at 6'3 and weighing 270lbs, grew up just blocks away from Kimbo Slice, a local MMA sensation. After working as Kimbo's bodyguard and making a name for himself in a backyard fight, Dada decides to break away and become the Don King of illegal backyard fights in Perrine.

In Dada's momma's backyard, he builds a ring where men battle bare-knuckled for the chance to support their families and find a way out of the hood. These fights are brutal, with no doctors or ambulances on hand. It's a savage fight to the finish inside a 12'x12' ring, giving the fighters a chance to prove themselves.

As Dada gains more recognition, he is discovered by professional scouts and gets an opportunity to turn pro in the octagon at the prestigious Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. This documentary follows his journey, showcasing the resilience and determination of individuals fighting against all odds.

Dawg Fight offers an intimate and raw look into the lives of these individuals, highlighting their struggles and their dreams. It's a compelling story of hope, survival, and the pursuit of a better life.