In his new MTV documentary series "World of Jenks," critically acclaimed filmmaker Andrew Jenks has already tackled the world of a hardcore rapper, a 20-year-old with autism and a homeless woman. Now, it's on to mixed martial arts.
In Monday's new episode of "The World of Jenks," the fourth episode of the series' debut season, Jenks will share his experiences after spending a week with WEC lightweight contender Anthony Pettis.
"I grew up watching MTV and never thought I'd get the chance to be on one of their shows," Pettis stated in an official release detailing the episode.
The 30-minute episode features details from Pettis' life both in and out of the cage during the build-up to the lightweight's March win over Danny Castillo at WEC 47 in Columbus, Ohio.
Pettis said he enjoyed the experience despite the extra responsibilities in the days before the fight.
"It was an absolute honor to work with Andrew and the staff at MTV," Pettis stated. "I hope fight fans tune in to see Jenks join me in the days leading up to my fight with Castillo."
MTV debuts new episodes of "The World of Jenks" each Monday night at 10 p.m. ET/PT. Each 30-minute episode features a new subject, and Jenks seeks to create a bond with the central figure in an effort to understand someone else's reality.
Jenks first received worldwide praise for a documentary focused on an assisted living facility entitled "Andrew Jenks, Room 335." Jenks also was responsible for the ESPN Films project "The Zen of Bobby V," which focused on the life of former Major League Baseball manager Bobby Valentine as he managed the Chiba Lotte Marines in Japan.
(Pictured: Anthony Pettis)
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