Crazy Legs Conti: Zen and the Art of Competitive Eating

Crazy Legs Conti: Zen and the Art of Competitive Eating

2004 · 75 min · ★ 8.0 · Documentary

Crazy Legs Conti is an eccentric New York window washer, nude model and sperm donor, and huge fan of the annual July 4th hot dog eating competition. When he casually breaks the world oyster eating record in New Orleans, he decides to dedicate himself to fulfilling his lifelong dream of becoming a professional competitive eater.

Directed by Danielle Franco · Written by Danielle Franco

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