The Wrestler

POSTED BY Steve Bennett | WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 19 AT 12:12 PST

A drama centered on retired professional wrestler Randy "The Ram" Robinson as he makes his way through the independent circuit, trying to get back in the game for one final showdown with his former rival.

Release Date: January 16th, 2009

Rating: R

Studio: Fox Searchlight

Rourke Speech At The Independent Spirit Awards- NSFW

It was a bummer that The Wrestler was snubbed last night at the Oscars. Sean Penn did a great job with Milk and yada yada yada whatever. But Rourke's performance was captivating on a whole different level. Plenty of people outside of the Academy realize that, which is why he's picked up so many other awards. The above video is a reminder of why he's so rad, and a refreshing voice among the trite, breathless acceptance speeches we're all so used to. Kate Wislet-- whistle so I can point at you. Great. More...

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The Wrestler

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