Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion
Synopsis
This sports documentary tells the remarkable story of the man voted the greatest boxer in history. Spanning his career from the early Depression-era days until his death in 1989, this special brings to light the many sides of Robinson: flashy public icon, womanizer, comeback kid, philanthropist, fighter. Includes rare film footage, never-before-seen home movies and interviews.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 8, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Original Score
- Wynton Marsalis
- Original Title
- Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- HBO Sports
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wynton Marsalis
Jim Grieco
Andrew Morreale
Kirby Bradley, Ross Greenburg
Department Leadership Roster
Jim Grieco
Director of Photography
Kirby Bradley
Producer
Wynton Marsalis
Original Music Composer
Andrew Morreale
Editor
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What is Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion about?
This sports documentary tells the remarkable story of the man voted the greatest boxer in history. Spanning his career from the early Depression-era days until his death in 1989, this special brings to light the many sides of Robinson: flashy public icon, womanizer, comeback kid, philanthropist, fighter. Includes rare film footage, never-before-seen home movies and interviews.
Who directed Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion?
Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion?
The principal cast of Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion includes Sugar Ray Robinson, Nigel Collins, Dave Anderson, Ray Robinson Jr., Woody Allen.
When was Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion released and how long is it?
Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 59m.
Who composed the musical score for Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sugar Ray Robinson: The Bright Lights and Dark Shadows of a Champion was composed by Wynton Marsalis.