Renzo Gracie – Legacy – Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

On November 14th, 2008, this limited release documentary was released.
It follows Renzo Gracie through his life for ten years.
It’s a 10-year look at MMA through the eyes of Renzo Gracie, one of its most prominent pioneers.
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Renzo is the third generation of Jiu Jitsu warriors from the legendary Brazilian Gracie family, whose technique can be traced back to Japan’s last great samurai school.
Renzo and the Gracie family are intrinsically tied to the global phenomenon of mixed martial arts combat, which is presently the world’s fastest growing sport.
The film follows him throughout a ten-year span, beginning with Renzo fighting bare-knuckle in a cage with little or no regulations.
After the fights are prohibited from US television, he travels to Japan, where his ability, honor, and determination to give up, even while suffering horrific injuries, make him a major sensation.
While others strive for fame and glory, Renzo is motivated by a desire to uphold the family tradition.
Although he continues to compete against the greatest on the globe, his enthusiasm for his craft is matched by a desire to share his knowledge and expertise.
As another generation rises under his tutelage, Renzo competes until his late 30s, when injuries and a drop in his fight record mark the end of his career.
He comes to Brazil to visit his roots and mentor and makes the only decision he can live with.
When he returns to the United States, he sparks a fresh surge of national attention.
The battle attracted 17 million American viewers after being covered on 60 minutes and becomes the most watched in mixed martial arts history.