The stars of FIGHTING FEAR Richie Vaculik and Mark Mathews along with the film maker himself Macario De Souza will be hosting an exclusive  Q & A and screenings at Avoca, Newcastle, Coffs Harbour, Byron Bay and Coolangatta from 9^th-13^th of November Tour dates and cinema details below. A couple of these location will be treated with free performances by Macario “Kid Mac” De Souza.

FIGHTING FEAR is the second feature documentary by exciting, young 28 year old Australian filmmaker Macario De Souza, whose debut feature documentary BRA BOYS became the highest grossing Australian documentary of all time and was narrated by Oscar Winning actor Russell Crowe.

Filmed over 3 years FIGHTING FEAR follows the real-life trials & tribulations of two best friends, namely Mark Mathews, Big Wave Pro Surfer & Richie “Vas” Vaculik, MMA fighter. Featuring entertaining & insightful interviews from some of the world’s most influential action sports athletes, including ten-time World Surfing Champion Kelly Slater, two- time World Surfing Champion Mick Fanning, Big Wave Surfer Bruce Irons, four-time Women’s World Surfing Champion Steph Gilmore & two-time UFC World Champion BJ Penn, FIGHTING FEAR is heart-stopping entertainment.

FIGHTING FEAR is narrated by world-renowned Australian actor Joel Edgerton, star of WARRIOR (out Oct 27)  & Baz Luhrmann’s THE GREAT GATSBY with Leonardo Dicaprio.

Joel Edgerton says about FIGHTING FEAR "I thought the film was epic. It has some of the best surf footage I have ever seen & great fight footage but the undercurrent of friendship and support & inspiring other people through friendship was really valid & really struck a chord with me.  To me, FIGHTING FEAR is a film that anybody of any age or any walk of life could respond to as friendship is such a universal thing. Also there is a definite feeling of celebrating life through good, healthy pursuits and putting aside negative and abusive ones – namely the subject of alcohol and alcohol abuse. I thought it had a really positive message."

This classic against-all-odds tale of redemption is a rip-roaring action-packed documentary that tells the extraordinary, yet true story of two best friends and their real-life struggles as they chase their dreams of becoming professional sports people.  It is surprisingly emotional, powerfully uplifting & utterly compelling.

East Coast tour details:

Where: Newcastle Greater Union

When: Thursday 10^th November

Time: 7pm

Purchase: $20

1) In person at the Newcastle GREATER UNION box office

2) Over the internet at http://www.eventcinemas.com.au with Visa or Mastercard (booking fees apply)

After Party: Macario “Kid Mac” De Souza performing after at THE GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL Newcastle @ 9pm – FREE GIG

Coffs Harbour Q&A/screening

Where: Coffs Harbour Birch Carroll & Coyle Cinema

When: Friday 11^th November

Time: 7pm

Purchase: $20

1) In person at the BIRCH CARROLL & COYLE box office

2) Over the internet at http://www.eventcinemas.com.au with Visa or Mastercard (booking fees apply)

After Party: Macario “Kid Mac” De Souza performing after at HOEY MOEY Coffs Harbour @ 9pm – FREE GIG

Byron Bay Q&A/screening

Where: Byron Bay Dendy Cinema

When: Saturday 12^th November

Time: 7pm

Purchase: $16

1) In person at the DENDY Cinema box office

2) Over the internet at www.dendy.com.au with Visa or Mastercard (booking fees apply)
3) Over the phone (02) 6680 8555 with Visa or Mastercard

After Party: Macario “Kid Mac” De Souza performing after at WOODY’S SURF SHACK @ 9pm – FREE GIG

Coolangatta Q&A/screening

Where: Coolangatta Birch Carroll & Coyle Cinema

When: Sunday 13^th November

Time: 7.15pm

Purchase: $10.50 Children, $13.50 Adults

1) In person at the BCC Cinema Candy Bar

2) Over the internet at www.birch.com.au with Visa or Mastercard (booking fees apply)

After Party: Macario “Kid Mac” De Souza performing after at NEVERLAND BAR Coolangatta @ 9pm – FREE GIG

Advanced screenings/World Premiere

Fighting Fear World Premiere video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IsC3gH25-Yc

Fighting Fear Gold Coast advanced screening Video (Occy, Shagga, Mick Fanning interviews) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vAt8uzlBtk