The Wrestler
2008, Drama, 1h 50m
233 Reviews 100,000+ RatingsWhat to know
Mickey Rourke gives a performance for the ages in The Wrestler, a richly affecting, heart-wrenching yet ultimately rewarding drama. Read critic reviews
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Randy "the Ram" Robinson
Cassidy, Pam
Stephanie
Lenny
Wayne
Nick Volpe
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Critic Reviews for The Wrestler
All Critics (233) | Top Critics (66) | Fresh (229) | Rotten (4)
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A story of personal ruin and while it certainly does echo Mickey's own life, it wouldn't be fair to say he is playing himself. Sure, Rourke's performance must have been informed by his own past, but that is different, as well as peculiarly powerful.
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Great performances, great story.
March 21, 2017 | Rating: A | Full Review… -
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Who better than Rourke to sell the idea of a battered, yet proud pugilist in search of redemption?
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The film demands to be seen, thanks to the deceptively simple artistry and humanity Aronofsky brings to the story and to the indelible performances.
January 22, 2009 | Full Review…
Audience Reviews for The Wrestler
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Jul 19, 2017It's hard after watching this to not compare it to the Rocky series as it's basically Rocky 1,5 & 6 in one film except wrestling not boxing, The film itself is brilliant, A very slow burner at times but a well told story and some great acting performances really help things along, Especially Mickey Rourke who puts in the performance of his life, Being a hardcore wrestling fan I kicked myself waiting so long to watch this, The ending was perfect and you could call it a cliffhanger but it was more of a relief that it let's you decide in your heart what happened but that haunting song after the film finishes only makes you think one way, If you're a fan of the Rocky films you should love this or even just love a great drama with a little twist to the norm you will love this too.Jamie C Super Reviewer
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Jul 05, 2013Possibly the most beautifully filmed work I have seen---the cinematography is absolutely gorgeous. Mickey Rourke and Marisa Tomei are excellent--they give flawless performances. Aronofsky redeems himself after the failure that was The Fountain with a raw, captivating story that foreshadows his 2010 masterpiece Black Swan. The Wrestler is at times beautiful, at times disheartening, and at other times--as in the style of Aronofsky--thrilling and disillusioned in its portrayal of the destruction of the human spirit. In the end, The Wrestler is a film that must be experienced, one that captured my heart. I can honestly say that I loved it--every moment.Matthew Samuel M Super Reviewer
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Jan 17, 2013Completely believable tale of a wrestler past his prime who is desparate to mend relationships that went out the window. It is hard to imagine anyone other than Rourke pulling this off so successfully and the ending is well...very appropriate.John B Super Reviewer
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Sep 15, 2012Depressing, slow, but entertaining.Shawn M Super Reviewer
The Wrestler Quotes
| Randy "The Ram" Robinson: | I used to try to pretend that you didn't exist, but I can't. You're my girl. You're my little girl. And now, I'm an old broken down piece of meat... and I'm alone. And I deserve to be all alone. I just don't want you to hate me. |
| Randy "The Ram" Robinson: | Bet'chr ass man, Guns N' Roses! Rules |
| Randy "The Ram" Robinson: | Then that Cobain pussy had to come around & ruin it all. |
| Randy "The Ram" Robinson: | As times goes by, as times goes by, they say "he's washed up", "he's finished" , "he's a loser", "he's all through". You know what? The only one that's going to tell me when I'm through doing my thing is you people here. |
| Randy "The Ram" Robinson: | As times goes by, as times goes by, they say 'he's washed up', 'he's finished', 'he's a loser', 'he's all through'. You know what? The only one that's going to tell me when I'm through doing my thing is you people here. |
| Randy "The Ram" Robinson: | Hey lady - you want some fucking cheese? Get your own fucking cheese! |
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