HungusMungus Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 39 minutes ago, Jason Bryant said: "AC Slater did in fact get a scholarship to wrestle at Iowa!! " You don't actually "get" the scholarship if you don't enroll there. But this is semantics over a fictional situation, so in keeping with the theme - Thanks Preppy this begs the question, Is AC Slater the greatest television fictional wrestler of all time? I'll hang up and listen! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iwrite Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 "For the Love of Catch" is a documentarry film with Randy Couture, Dan Severn, Dan Gable, Tom and Terry Brands and Mark Johnson in featured roles. It tells the history of the sport and even goes to the location where Abe Lincoln wrestled Jack Armstrong in 1831 in New Salem, Illinois. ... and to the hometown of Frank Gotch, world heavyweighr champion back in the 1911-1915 era. Curran Jacobs, captain of the Michigan State team in 2012 and winrer of four major catch tournaments, is the star and director. He and Mike Chapman wrote the sciprt. Curran has a degree in theater arts from MSU and has appeared in five movies, while Chapman has written 32 books, 17 about wrestlng. "For the Love of Catch" can be seen for free on You Tube and has over 80,000 view sofar. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ionel Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 What about: The Water Boy and The Woodsman or do those belong on the Penn St Documentary thread? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KennyEBHS Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 Just watched "American Wrestler: The Wizard. Very enjoyable movie. It shows how small wrestling was in CA back in the late sixties into the seventies. Acting was very good. The wrestling scenes were pretty well done. I recommend it. I watched it on iTunes movies for $2.99. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11986 Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 In the non documentary movies, what movies depict the actual wrestling scenes best? Love Vision Quest, but not so much in this aspect. Foxcatcher I think excelled here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ionel Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 39 minutes ago, KennyEBHS said: Just watched "American Wrestler: The Wizard. Very enjoyable movie. It shows how small wrestling was in CA back in the late sixties into the seventies. Acting was very good. The wrestling scenes were pretty well done. I recommend it. I watched it on iTunes movies for $2.99. Also Prime $2.99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ionel Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 On 1/21/2024 at 11:28 PM, jross said: Starter Pack 7 Minutes - follows the story of a collegiate Division I wrestler as he battles relationship problems and personal insecurities to claim a national title from his long-standing rival, all the while facing the prospect that the university will cut the wrestling program next season A Wrestling Christmas Miracle - Kace, an 11-year-old wrestling champion, gives up his sport to help his best friend Charlie out of a coma by making a Christmas movie American Wrestler: The Wizard - Set in the 1980s, a teenage Iranian refugee arrives in the United States and becomes involved in high school wrestling, facing challenges and prejudice while pursuing his passion for the sport. A Shot in the Dark - Despite a lifetime of adversity, a blind high school wrestler attempts to win a State Championship before the end of his senior year. Beyond the Mat - The drama culminates in an explosive finale at the State Wrestling Championship, where more than just pride is on the line. It's a tale about two best friends, a chronicle about minority experiences in America, an uncensored look into the perilous world of high school wrestling, and ultimately the story of a teen who overcomes self-doubt to find his true place. Boys with Broken Ears - A handful of young Iranian wrestlers dream of becoming the next Olympic champion; however, it is not just the championships they have to wrestle their way through but the realities of their lives. Dangal - A biographical sports drama based on the true story of Mahavir Singh Phogat, an Indian amateur wrestler and coach who trains his daughters Geeta and Babita to become successful wrestlers. ESPN The Season - Iowa wrestling documentary Extreme Adventure: Senegal - Explore the thrilling world of Senegalese wrestling in this travel documentary! Fighting Politics - The story of cage fighter Matt Lindland. First Match - A high school girl joins the boys' wrestling team to reconnect with her estranged father and faces adversity while striving to prove herself in the male-dominated sport. For the Love of Catch is an overdue documentary showcasing how wrestling has been integrated into society's background, from ancient times through two world wars and continuing a legacy of honor today. Foxcatcher - Based on true events, the film explores the relationship between Olympic gold medalist wrestlers Mark and Dave Schultz and their association with wealthy benefactor John du Pont, leading to tragedy. Going to the Mat - A Disney Channel Original Movie about a visually impaired teenager who joins the high school wrestling team, overcoming challenges and gaining peer acceptance. Hadley's Rebellion - A small-town lad's passion for authentic wrestling is not matched by those around him at a California prep school. Heavin - Watching her older brothers wrestle, Heaven Fitch fell in love with the sport. This is the story of the 16-year-old North Carolina girl whose hard work and determination would break barriers and make history, narrated by WWE Hall of Famer Beth Phoenix. Helen Maroulis: History Now - Helen Maroulis is training to become the first American woman to earn an Olympic wrestling gold medal. She's currently ranked number 1 in the country, but her place won't be secure unless she comes out on top in the Olympic trials this April (2016) Junkyard Dogs - is an underdog story that captures what it takes to be a champion and sheds light on the power and importance of one of the world's oldest sports. Legendary - A drama about a young man who joins his high school wrestling team to connect with his estranged brother and discovers the transformative power of the sport. Mack Wrestles - Mack Wrestles tells the story of Mack Beggs, a transgender high school wrestler from Euless, Texas, who competes under the gender he was assigned at birth rather than how he identifies. Making of an Amateur Champion - Follows the story of two amateur wrestling brothers, Randy Couture and Henry Cejudo. Night and the City - Harry sees an opportunity to move into another racket and promises Gregorius that he will promote classical Greco-Roman wrestling in London. On the Mat - Achieving greatness in high school wrestling requires a level of devotion unmatched perhaps by any other sport. That greatness has become a yearly expectation at Lake Stevens High, winner of seven Washington state championships. Pinned - A documentary that follows the lives of high school wrestlers as they navigate the challenges of the sport and its impact on their personal journeys. Reversal - A college wrestler deals with personal and professional challenges, including relationships and the pressures of competition, in this coming-of-age drama. Rulon Won't Die - The film chronicles the life and exploits of Rulon Gardner, who was raised as the youngest of nine children on a dairy farm in Wyoming and would go on to win the gold medal in Men's Greco-Roman 130 kg wrestling at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia. Takedown - An unqualified teacher finds himself saddled with coaching duties after a small group of high school seniors form a wrestling team in a last ditch effort to end a 9-year losing streak against a rival school. Takedowns and Falls - follows a small cast through one high school wrestling season in Harrisburg, Pa. The film showcases the sport, its athletes' sacrifice, and its coaches' dedication. It reveals stories of triumph and defeat...pressure and expectation... mental and physical preparation, and concepts of personal achievement, as told through the lives and experiences of... A Wrestler...A Coach...A Team... and the pursuit of a common dream. Team Foxcatcher - Documentary filmmaker Jon Greenhalgh examines the life of Dave Schultz, a professional wrestler who was part of 'Team Foxcatcher', funded by multi-millionaire John du Pont. The Breakfast Club - Andrew Clark (Emilio Estevez) is a returning State Champion... The Dual - Iowa v Iowa Stte The Hammer - Based on the life of deaf wrestler Matt Hamill, the film explores overcoming obstacles to become a successful amateur wrestler and mixed martial artist. The Last Champion - When his mother dies, scandal-ridden ex-Olympian John Wright returns to a hometown that has not forgiven him. The Making of an Amateur Champion - Follows the story of two amateur wrestling brothers, Randy Couture and Henry Cejudo. The Prince of Pennsylvania - This documentary explores the story of the Olympic wrestling champions and brothers Mark Schultz and Dave Schultz and their turbulent relationship with the eccentric multi-millionaire John du Pont. The Streak - The story of Florida's Brandon High School's wrestling program, which holds the longest winning streak in American sports history with a perfect 451-0 record spanning 34 years. They Live - A famous wrestling-style fight scene exists in it. And Aliens! True Life On the Mat - MTV Episode - A documentary-style episode that likely follows the real-life experiences of individuals involved in wrestling, as typical of MTV's "True Life" series. Saved by the Bell - Slater gets a college wrestling scholarship. Stand Up - The Central Pennsylvanian Central Dauphin East High Wrestling team is a young, underdog team that hasn't had a state-tournament-qualifying wrestler in 5 years. Veritas - A man pursues his lifelong dream of becoming a national wrestling champion at the risk of losing his eyesight. Vision Quest - A high school wrestler sets his sights on a challenging weight class and pursues personal and athletic goals while navigating relationships. Wrestle - Film - A documentary that follows the journey of four high school wrestlers in Huntsville, Alabama, as they grapple with challenges on and off the mat during their senior year. Wrestling with Iowa - The documentary follows two high school seniors as they attempt to win the State Wrestling Championship in their final season and join the elite list of Iowa's four-time wrestling champions Wrestled Away - Lee Kemp Bio Win by Fall - Scott Reynolds is the state's best 152-pound wrestler. Ryan, the team's 171-pound varsity wrestler, breaks his leg, and Coach Winters moves Scott up to the 171-pound division. If Scott wants to go to college, he needs a scholarship. If he wants a scholarship, he must win! Winning Girl - The four-year journey of a female teenage judo and wrestling phenomenon from Hawaii vying for world championship gold. Win Win - A drama-comedy that involves high school wrestling, focusing on a struggling attorney who becomes a wrestling coach and its impact on his life. Zion - Born without legs and stuck in foster care for years, teen Zion Clark finds his calling when he pursues competitive wrestling. Zzz. The Flo Series - https://www.flowrestling.org/films has many documentaries Note: no one made a movie called Win by Pinfall. There's a reason. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Bryant Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 Some of these movies are flat out awful. Insert catchy tagline here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gromit Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 Win win is one of my personal favorites....right up there after Vision Quest and World According to Garp 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGTENFANBOY Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 I don't think Beyond the Mat ever was released. It starred Kurt Angle as the antagonist coach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHROMEBIRD Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 Wasn't there a documentary about Lance and Colin Palmer during their hs days that included a clip of them wrestling a bear and other farm livestock? I can't remember if it was a full documentary film or a Flo production or Youtube video, and I have no idea what made me think of this video just now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Bryant Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 12 hours ago, BIGTENFANBOY said: I don't think Beyond the Mat ever was released. It starred Kurt Angle as the antagonist coach Yeah, I never saw it. I did some voice work for the background scenes, got an IMDB credit for it, but never saw this ever released. Insert catchy tagline here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AgaveMaria Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 Foxcatcher has to be one of the most depressing movies ever made. ” Never attribute to inspiration that which can be adequately explained by delusion”. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D3 for LU Posted January 25 Share Posted January 25 (edited) Veritas - A man pursues his lifelong dream of becoming a national wrestling champion at the risk of losing his eyesight. A man... A MAN?!? That "man" is none other than LEHIGH's JON TRENGE!!! An EXCELLENT movie documentary on how he managed wrestling after having a detached retina. Which happened towards the end of January of the dual season, prior to the post season during his RS frosh year. 3X EIWA champ... 3X AA going 2,2,3... If he didn't have the detached retina happening then, Jon would 've most likely been a 4X AA, let alone a possible 4X EIWA champ. He was that good. D3 Edited January 25 by D3 for LU 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11986 Posted January 26 Share Posted January 26 15 hours ago, D3 for LU said: Veritas - A man pursues his lifelong dream of becoming a national wrestling champion at the risk of losing his eyesight. A man... A MAN?!? That "man" is none other than LEHIGH's JON TRENGE!!! An EXCELLENT movie documentary on how he managed wrestling after having a detached retina. Which happened towards the end of January of the dual season, prior to the post season during his RS frosh year. 3X EIWA champ... 3X AA going 2,2,3... If he didn't have the detached retina happening then, Jon would 've most likely been a 4X AA, let alone a possible 4X EIWA champ. He was that good. D3 I remember being very impressed with Greg Strobel after watching this for the first time years back. RIP Coach Strobel 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_KC_Godfather Posted January 26 Share Posted January 26 I searched for a lot of these on Roku last night and couldn't find quite a few. How/where do you watch these? The next question is....what are your top 5-10, in order? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D3 for LU Posted January 26 Share Posted January 26 2 hours ago, 11986 said: I remember being very impressed with Greg Strobel after watching this for the first time years back. RIP Coach Strobel If you can get it... get this book authored by Jamie Moffatt: It is an excellent book about Greg Strobel. D3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNwrestling Posted January 26 Share Posted January 26 How has nobody mentioned the most important moment in the history of wrestling cinema from The Pacifier Brad Garrett wearing Nike Kolats was a nice touch though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGTENFANBOY Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 On 1/25/2024 at 3:24 PM, Jason Bryant said: Yeah, I never saw it. I did some voice work for the background scenes, got an IMDB credit for it, but never saw this ever released. Its a shame because it looked promising. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGTENFANBOY Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 I remember back in like 2002 seeing a trailer for a documentary type movie titled "Life is Easier." It was about Jeremy Hart's senior season in his quest from State College HS in PA, in his quest for a PIAA title. The trailer looked really good and had his vioice over saying "what would if do if i wasnt wrestling... I dont know..." After that I never heard anything about the film and dont know if it ever released.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGTENFANBOY Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2010 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGTENFANBOY Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 Not a movie but an episode of Wonder Years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natty Boh Army Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 On 1/25/2024 at 12:48 PM, CHROMEBIRD said: Wasn't there a documentary about Lance and Colin Palmer during their hs days that included a clip of them wrestling a bear and other farm livestock? I can't remember if it was a full documentary film or a Flo production or Youtube video, and I have no idea what made me think of this video just now 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natty Boh Army Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 Pinned is actually quite good. Palmer's dad comes across of a bit of a douchebag, but I think that was sort of the filmmakers point. It's still a solid watch, though, if for no other reason than to see the inner working of the St. Eds program. Takedowns and Falls is also really well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGTENFANBOY Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 Takedowns and Falls - follows a small cast through one high school wrestling season in Harrisburg, Pa. The film showcases the sport, its athletes' sacrifice, and its coaches' dedication. It reveals stories of triumph and defeat...pressure and expectation... mental and physical preparation, and concepts of personal achievement, as told through the lives and experiences of... A Wrestler...A Coach...A Team... and the pursuit of a common dream. This documentary was about Central Dauphin winning the PIAA Team title showcasing the Peppleman brothers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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