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Toback Vs. Mailer: The Incident (2016)

2016-11-23 · 6m · EN
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Betting, boxing, and boozing: this is the weird, true story of the time Norman Mailer confronted James Toback to argue about the difference between bourbon and scotch, setting off a years-long rivalry that climaxed in a stare-down during a tense Jets vs. Browns game and a couple well-placed stomach punches. In this short, Toback recounts the tale of his of his encounters with one of America's all-time great writers.

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Josh SafdieDirectorBenny SafdieDirector

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James TobackJames TobackSelf (voice)Michael ChaikenMichael ChaikenSelf (voice)Hailey Benton GatesHailey Benton Gates(voice)Larry SlomanLarry Sloman(voice)Jacob PerlinJacob Perlin(voice)Buddy DuressBuddy DuressThe Waiter (voice)

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Frequently asked questions about Toback Vs. Mailer: The Incident

What is Toback Vs. Mailer: The Incident about?

Betting, boxing, and boozing: this is the weird, true story of the time Norman Mailer confronted James Toback to argue about the difference between bourbon and scotch, setting off a years-long rivalry that climaxed in a stare-down during a tense Jets vs. Browns game and a couple well-placed stomach punches. In this short, Toback recounts the tale of his of his encounters with one of America's all-time great writers.

How long is Toback Vs. Mailer: The Incident?

Toback Vs. Mailer: The Incident has a runtime of 6 minutes.