The Heartbreak Kid: Becoming Shawn Michaels

An intimate, candid portrait that balances the thrill of the spotlight with the quiet weight of personal struggle and redemption.

Directed by

Matt Braine

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Michael Hickenbottom, Mark Calaway, Paul Levesque

Overview

Follows the life and career of WWE performer Shawn Michaels, tracing his rise, personal struggles, and eventual comeback with an unfiltered look at his journey.

How it feels

Earnest, melancholic and uplifting. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Redemption, identity, addiction, ambition

Content

Strong language. Mild violence and sexual content. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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