Should you watch The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters?
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The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters
Documentary · 2007
In this hilarious arcade showdown, a humble novice goes head-to-head against the reigning Donkey Kong champ in a confrontation that rocks the gaming world to its processors! For over 20 years, Billy Mitchell has owned the throne of the Donkey Kong world. No one could beat his top score until now. Newcomer Steve Wiebe claims to have beaten the unbeatable, but Mitchell isn't ready to relinquish his crown without a fight. Go behind the barrels as the two battle it out in a vicious war to earn the title of the true King of Kong.
The sides of The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters
- A Donkey Kong world record
- A humble family man from Washington state
- A reigning champion who won't let go
The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters is good for you if…
- you like the odd world of competitive Donkey Kong.
- you like a rivalry where the prize is a high score.
- you want a true story about real people, with an underdog to root for.
The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters is bad for you if…
- you need more happening than men at an arcade cabinet.
- you need beautiful images. This is camcorder footage in fluorescent-lit arcades.
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