The Wrestler

A raw, heartbreaking character study that immerses you in a fading man's loneliness and desperate need for connection, leaving you emotionally drained but deeply moved.

Directed by

Darren Aronofsky

Genres

Drama, Romance

Starring

Mickey Rourke, Marisa Tomei, Evan Rachel Wood

Tagline

Love. Pain. Glory.

Overview

Aging wrestler Randy "The Ram" Robinson is long past his prime but still ready and rarin' to go on the pro-wrestling circuit. After a particularly brutal beating, however, Randy hangs up his tights, pursues a serious relationship with a long-in-the-tooth stripper, and tries to reconnect with his estranged daughter. But he can't resist the lure of the ring and readies himself for a comeback.

How it feels

Melancholic, bleak, earnest and dark. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Grief, isolation, redemption, identity

Content

Strong violence, sexual content and language. Mild gore.

Note

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

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