Fight to Live is a documentary about Australian UFC and Bare Knuckle Fighting champion and domestic abuse survivor “Rowdy” Bec Rawlings.
The sports film features several people in Bec’s life who talk frankly about her achievements, life, and her domestic abuse situation. Bec tells her own story in depth. She is honest about her feelings at the time of events.
Bec’s mother and sister talk about her growing up as a troubled young kid in Launceston with “wild child” behaviour that was at times out of control.
She became a young wife and mother who was fiercely protective of her children. She found herself in a terrifying situation at home where she had to make a difficult decision. She recounts fleeing her abuser early in the morning before they could wake up.
Despite these early setbacks, she showed enthusiasm and determination for Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) at a time when women weren’t considered serious fighters (or audience drawcards). She has a great support network around her who supported her unconventional sporting career.
It’s good to see her succeed in her sporting career which has naturally evolved from Australian UFC to Bare Knuckle fighting champion.
Tom Harami, Director said, “In today’s society, we confront various forms of bullying, which can lead to mental health issues and feelings of entrapment. Fight to Live seeks to elevate the audience’s empathy and admiration for Bec’s inspirational story, prompting viewers to reflect on their own challenges and dreams. Furthermore, this documentary underscores the importance of reaching out and seeking help before it’s too late. It aspires to be a voice for survivors worldwide, advocating for collective action to dismantle the stigma surrounding discussions about toxic behaviour.”
Fight to Live will appeal to anyone who likes sports or martial arts documentaries.
Fight To Live will be released nationally on 15 May 2024 after screenings at The Gold Coast Film Festival (18 and 23 April) and The Inner West Film Fest (21 April).
Website: https://screeninc.com.au/fight-to-live/
About Bec Rawlings
With Bec Rawlings a loud-and-proud survivor of family abuse, the release of Fight to Live right in the middle of Domestic Violence Awareness Month will assist in shining a spotlight on this cruel blight on Australian society. Bec has established a charity with the same name, Fight to Live.
About Fight to Live
From a troubled young kid in Launceston to a terrified mother protecting herself and her children from an abuser, Bec Rawlings has been through hell and come out a woman comfortable in her own skin, living on her own terms, and dominating in one of the world’s toughest sports.
Directed by Tom Haramis
Written by Georgia Harrison
Produced by Tom Haramis, Steve Jaggi, Kelly Son Hing and Kyle Lema
Running Time: 91 minutes
Filmed and post-produced in Queensland, Australia.
Further Information
1800RESPECT is the national domestic, family and sexual violence counselling, information and support service.1800RESPECT is available for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to support people impacted by domestic, family, or sexual violence.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please, reach out.
https://www.1800respect.org.au/violence-and-abuse/domestic-and-family-violence
DVConnect provides the Womensline, Mensline and Sexual Assault Helpline to all people, including LGBTQ+ people. You can call the helpline you feel most comfortable calling and ask for information and options from their experienced counsellors.
- Womensline – 1800 811 811
- Mensline – 1800 600 636
- Sexual Assault Helpline – 1800 010 120
Indigenous females and males were nearly ten and nine times more likely to die due to assault than non-Indigenous females and males, respectively. Queensland Indigenous Family Violence Legal Service is a free legal service for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people affected by family violence or sexual assault. If you, or your family, need legal support or more information, free call 1800 887 700.