If you're old enough to remember this era, when black British boxers dominated the world in two weight classes, the hairs will stand up on the back of your neck as you remember the many epic clashes between these iconic fighters. But this is much more than an overdue fanzine. It's a clever and touching portrayal of the intimate lives of these brave and tough men who fight their demons outside the ring as hard as they fought within it. From Bruno being haunted by Uncle Tom jibes, Lewis being hurt by the lobby who refused to recognise his Englishness or Bennand Eubank who crippled opponents, it's a stark portrayal of the minds, hearts and sensitivities of young men, driven to pugilism as their only realistic outlet then facing the greatest fight of all, with themselves. Frank Bruno is finally given the credit he deserves as the much loved mentor and pathfinder he was to them all, while Benn and Eubank are re-explored as men, first and foremost, often frightened but. Worthy of the utmost respect for facing down their doubts and doubters and,in the process, earning the plaudits of their harshest critics. Terrifying, charming, brutal but heartwarming...it's no surprise this has led to Guardian readers trying to ban the sport. Which should be all the reason you need to see it....now. Long live these four KIngs.
