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Randy "The Ram" Robinson, a 1980s-era pro wrestler, has become a burnt-out shell of his former self. After he has a heart attack during a small-time match, a doctor tells him he could die if he fights again. In an effort to build a new life, Robinson takes a job at a deli, moves in with an aging stripper and tries to build a relationship with her son. But the prospect of a rematch with his... See Full Description
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Action/Adventure, Comedy, Drama and Sports |
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| Running Time: |
1 hr. 45 min. |
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| Release Date: |
December 17th, 2008 (limited) |
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| MPAA Rating: |
R for violence, sexuality/nudity, language, some drug use. |
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| Distributors: |
Fox Searchlight Pictures
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| U.S. Box Office: |
$907,631 |
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| Critics Reviews |
Average Grade:
A-
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Boston Globe, Ty Burr
"It stares with compassion at the man pinned on the mat and wonders how he'll ever get out of this one." more...
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A |
E! Online, Luke Y. Thompson
"At last, a movie about the way pro wrestling really works." more...
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Entertainment Weekly, Owen Gleiberman
"It's the rare movie fairy tale that's also a bravura work of art." more...
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A |
filmcritic.com, Chris Cabin
"...a rare form of critical Americana." more...
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A- |
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