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PanasonicPlasmaMan · 01-05-2009, 01:40 AM

I have to watch it and see if he did better then Frank for Frost/Nixon.

kennerado · 01-09-2009, 12:28 PM

Its really an amazing film, it does not insult the pro wrestling business at all. Mickey was really great in it!

If your not a wrestling fan you will still love it.

jjklongisland · 01-09-2009, 12:49 PM

I want to see it... Also doesnt Marissa Tomei get naked... lol Shes hot...

gem_n_webz · 01-09-2009, 12:58 PM

we watched it this past weekend, it was pretty good. but the ending for us just wasn't there.

toef · 01-09-2009, 02:51 PM

I saw it the other day, and while it was good, it didn't quite live up to the expectations I had going in.

Rourke was good, but I often wondered if that was good acting, or him just being himself. Definitely deserves a nomination for Best Actor, but I'm not sure he stands out as an obvious winner.

The story itself was pretty run-of-the-mill. You can pretty much predict the entire story from the very beginning, and I don't think the ideas of dating a stripper or having an estranged relationship with your kid is anything new.

That being said, the movie isn't about surprising you with the story, and instead just takes you along for the ride. It was still an enjoyable movie, and one of the better I've seen this year, but certainly not Aronofsky's best, and it could have been better.

Edit: Oh, and Springsteen's song at the end definitely deserves the Oscar for Best Song.

Variable · 01-12-2009, 05:44 AM

Just watched this. I was hooked quickly because of the amazingly accurate portrayal of the wrestling world (helps that I'm right now reading Bret Hart's book and he introduces loads of lingo) and also because they used some real wrestlers and venues from the Jersey area where it took place.

once that was over, the drama brought me in. great performances and story. Can't help but root for the guy.

Damn fine film.

PanasonicPlasmaMan · 01-12-2009, 05:57 AM

Yes, thought it was great

kennerado · 01-12-2009, 07:22 AM

Rourke got the Golden Globe for best lead actor in a drama!

masoud90 · 01-12-2009, 07:58 AM

I just saw it today to make sure I am all set for the Golden Globes...very good film and Mickey Rourke is the one to beat at the Oscars as he is the one that got best actor lead-drama at the Globes.

Riff Magnum · 01-14-2009, 04:04 PM

Really nails the vibe of the underground wrestling scene. I saw that Sabu and Dory Funk Jr. were advisers on the film and it shows. The wrestling and the real world scenes are all very raw, realistic, and believable. As a fan of old school wrestling and the early ECW stuff this movie really delivers. So sad what happens to alot of these guys. All the deaths and murders and drug abuse. Sad.
Rourke was great and i loved the fact that about half of the movie is just the camera following behind him as he goes through all his menial tasks for the day.

clownface · 01-14-2009, 04:09 PM

I liked it, thought all the actors did a good job.

tarik · 01-14-2009, 04:42 PM

its a good film but the ending was so annoying for me.

Riff Magnum · 01-14-2009, 08:18 PM

Annoying how? I've heard several posters complain about the ending, but they don't elaborate.

toef · 01-14-2009, 09:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Riff Magnum

Annoying how? I've heard several posters complain about the ending, but they don't elaborate.

Have you seen the movie? Because if you haven't yet, maybe you don't want people to share more about the ending.

I didn't really have a problem with it, other than I thought it was a cheap ending, but it kind of worked.

My biggest problem with the movie is that it's not really that original. In an interview, the guy who wrote the movie (whoever he is) said that Aronofsky gave him a copy of Beyond the Mat to watch, to get an idea on writing a movie.

So then is it a big surprise that most of the movie is basically based on Jake the Snake in Beyond the Mat? Fairly big-name wrestling star of the 80s, today is a nobody, had a bad relationship with his daughter (hadn't seen her in a long time, until meeting up with her in the documentary), had a drug problem, etc.

Rourke still should get credit for his acting job, and, even though it's not his best work, Aronofsky should get credit for actually getting the movie made with barely any money.

thedarkangel1975 · 01-14-2009, 09:35 PM

This movie was great. i thought the ending was perfect for the tone of the movie. Yes tomei is topless.

Riff Magnum · 01-15-2009, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toefer

Have you seen the movie? Because if you haven't yet, maybe you don't want people to share more about the ending.

I didn't really have a problem with it, other than I thought it was a cheap ending, but it kind of worked.

My biggest problem with the movie is that it's not really that original. In an interview, the guy who wrote the movie (whoever he is) said that Aronofsky gave him a copy of Beyond the Mat to watch, to get an idea on writing a movie.

So then is it a big surprise that most of the movie is basically based on Jake the Snake in Beyond the Mat? Fairly big-name wrestling star of the 80s, today is a nobody, had a bad relationship with his daughter (hadn't seen her in a long time, until meeting up with her in the documentary), had a drug problem, etc.

Rourke still should get credit for his acting job, and, even though it's not his best work, Aronofsky should get credit for actually getting the movie made with barely any money.

Yes, i saw the movie. No, it's not the most original movie ever, but geez, not every idea can be groundbreaking. The execution of that idea is another matter, and i think Aronofsky executed this movie perfectly. It's got the perfect vibe and the low-fi/no budget dynamic really works for this type of movie. The only people who are gonna know about Beyond the Mat and all that stuff are gonna be pretty hardcore wrestling fans anyways, and those people are gonna be thrilled with the way this movie was done. I just don't see joe six-pack complaining because this movie was too much like Beyond the Mat.

"Use his leg, use his leg, use his leg!!!"

CHERRYGARCIA · 01-15-2009, 03:25 PM

mentioned this in other threads, but I thought it was the best film of 2008, and I saw pretty much everything being mentioned for best of w/ the exception of Slumdog Millionaire, which I will see within the next week or so.
It surpassed my expectations, and thought some scenes were funny, especially the one where the Ram is in a no-holds barred match and the guy takes the fork to his face..being an old-school wrestling fan from the 80's, I giggled myself silly, and thought it was pure bliss!..will be buying this on BD for sure

toef · 01-15-2009, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Riff Magnum

Yes, i saw the movie. No, it's not the most original movie ever, but geez, not every idea can be groundbreaking. The execution of that idea is another matter, and i think Aronofsky executed this movie perfectly. It's got the perfect vibe and the low-fi/no budget dynamic really works for this type of movie. The only people who are gonna know about Beyond the Mat and all that stuff are gonna be pretty hardcore wrestling fans anyways, and those people are gonna be thrilled with the way this movie was done. I just don't see joe six-pack complaining because this movie was too much like Beyond the Mat.

"Use his leg, use his leg, use his leg!!!"

Yeah, don't get me wrong, I liked the movie. I'm not complaining that it's too much like Beyond the Mat. Instead I'm just saying I hope the writer doesn't get too much credit for writing a "great" movie, when he really didn't have to do too much.

Sure, writing dialogue can be a bit tricky (so I've heard), but Ram doesn't talk much, so that solves that problem. Plus, I could be wrong, but I think Rourke improvised most of his lines, using the script only as a sort of guide.

Rourke pretty much is the entire movie. Aronofsky did well, but it's certainly not his best work.

MattVollet · 01-17-2009, 02:14 AM

The Wrestler finally opened up in Orlando today, I had the pleasure of not having class so I got to go see it. It was- ehhh... It was good, I can see the draw, I'm a HUGE Aronofsky fan, but it was missing that special "something"

Now I am wondering if spectacular acting can make a decent movie an oscar nod.

If the answer is yes, then I'm wondering if a decent script can make TERRIBLE acting (Gran Torino) an oscar nod.

hmm...

supersix4 · 01-17-2009, 02:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MattVollet

The Wrestler finally opened up in Orlando today, I had the pleasure of not having class so I got to go see it. It was- ehhh... It was good, I can see the draw, I'm a HUGE Aronofsky fan, but it was missing that special "something"

Now I am wondering if spectacular acting can make a decent movie an oscar nod.

If the answer is yes, then I'm wondering if a decent script can make TERRIBLE acting (Gran Torino) an oscar nod.

hmm...

thats usually the case ! it looks good I just hope both wont be bust's like pineapple express was.

01-09-2009, 02:51 PM	#25
toef Blu-ray Champion Member since:May 2008 Location:Isla Nublar 4K collection:229 Blu-ray collection:545 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:4	I saw it the other day, and while it was good, it didn't quite live up to the expectations I had going in. Rourke was good, but I often wondered if that was good acting, or him just being himself. Definitely deserves a nomination for Best Actor, but I'm not sure he stands out as an obvious winner. The story itself was pretty run-of-the-mill. You can pretty much predict the entire story from the very beginning, and I don't think the ideas of dating a stripper or having an estranged relationship with your kid is anything new. That being said, the movie isn't about surprising you with the story, and instead just takes you along for the ride. It was still an enjoyable movie, and one of the better I've seen this year, but certainly not Aronofsky's best, and it could have been better. Edit: Oh, and Springsteen's song at the end definitely deserves the Oscar for Best Song. Last edited by toef; 01-09-2009 at 03:06 PM.

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01-05-2009, 01:40 AM	#21
PanasonicPlasmaMan Special Member Member since:Jul 2008 Location:California Home Theater Gallery:14 Blu-ray collection:25 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:18	I have to watch it and see if he did better then Frank for Frost/Nixon.

01-09-2009, 12:28 PM	#22
kennerado Active Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Melbourne, Australia Blu-ray collection:165 Trading Score:3	Its really an amazing film, it does not insult the pro wrestling business at all. Mickey was really great in it! If your not a wrestling fan you will still love it.

01-09-2009, 12:49 PM	#23
jjklongisland Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Long Island -NY- Blu-ray collection:9 Blu-ray reviews:6	I want to see it... Also doesnt Marissa Tomei get naked... lol Shes hot...

01-09-2009, 12:58 PM	#24
gem_n_webz Active Member Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Flint, Michigan Blu-ray collection:228 Trading Score:14	we watched it this past weekend, it was pretty good. but the ending for us just wasn't there.

01-12-2009, 05:44 AM	#26
Variable Special Member Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Northern New Jersey Blu-ray collection:12	Just watched this. I was hooked quickly because of the amazingly accurate portrayal of the wrestling world (helps that I'm right now reading Bret Hart's book and he introduces loads of lingo) and also because they used some real wrestlers and venues from the Jersey area where it took place. once that was over, the drama brought me in. great performances and story. Can't help but root for the guy. Damn fine film.

01-12-2009, 05:57 AM	#27
PanasonicPlasmaMan Special Member Member since:Jul 2008 Location:California Home Theater Gallery:14 Blu-ray collection:25 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:18	Yes, thought it was great

01-12-2009, 07:22 AM	#28
kennerado Active Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Melbourne, Australia Blu-ray collection:165 Trading Score:3	Rourke got the Golden Globe for best lead actor in a drama!

01-12-2009, 07:58 AM	#29
masoud90 Power Member Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Seattle, WA Blu-ray collection:180 Trading Score:3	I just saw it today to make sure I am all set for the Golden Globes...very good film and Mickey Rourke is the one to beat at the Oscars as he is the one that got best actor lead-drama at the Globes.

01-14-2009, 04:04 PM	#30
Riff Magnum Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Apr 2008 Location:The Island Blu-ray collection:149	Really nails the vibe of the underground wrestling scene. I saw that Sabu and Dory Funk Jr. were advisers on the film and it shows. The wrestling and the real world scenes are all very raw, realistic, and believable. As a fan of old school wrestling and the early ECW stuff this movie really delivers. So sad what happens to alot of these guys. All the deaths and murders and drug abuse. Sad. Rourke was great and i loved the fact that about half of the movie is just the camera following behind him as he goes through all his menial tasks for the day.

01-14-2009, 04:09 PM	#31
clownface Expert Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Brooklyn New York	I liked it, thought all the actors did a good job.

01-14-2009, 04:42 PM	#32
tarik Active Member Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Darlington/UK Blu-ray collection:79	its a good film but the ending was so annoying for me.

01-14-2009, 08:18 PM	#33
Riff Magnum Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Apr 2008 Location:The Island Blu-ray collection:149	Annoying how? I've heard several posters complain about the ending, but they don't elaborate.

01-14-2009, 09:35 PM	#35
thedarkangel1975 Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Jun 2008 Location:Pennsylvania 4K collection:34 Blu-ray collection:374 DVD collection:12 Digital collection:357 Blu-ray reviews: 1	This movie was great. i thought the ending was perfect for the tone of the movie. Yes tomei is topless.

01-15-2009, 03:25 PM	#37
CHERRYGARCIA Expert Member Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Queens, NY 4K collection:216 Blu-ray collection:629 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:41	mentioned this in other threads, but I thought it was the best film of 2008, and I saw pretty much everything being mentioned for best of w/ the exception of Slumdog Millionaire, which I will see within the next week or so. It surpassed my expectations, and thought some scenes were funny, especially the one where the Ram is in a no-holds barred match and the guy takes the fork to his face..being an old-school wrestling fan from the 80's, I giggled myself silly, and thought it was pure bliss!..will be buying this on BD for sure

01-17-2009, 02:14 AM	#39
MattVollet Active Member Member since:Jan 2008	The Wrestler finally opened up in Orlando today, I had the pleasure of not having class so I got to go see it. It was- ehhh... It was good, I can see the draw, I'm a HUGE Aronofsky fan, but it was missing that special "something" Now I am wondering if spectacular acting can make a decent movie an oscar nod. If the answer is yes, then I'm wondering if a decent script can make TERRIBLE acting (Gran Torino) an oscar nod. hmm...

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