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Wrestling
In the summer between high school and college, a group of kids try to gain control of their relationships, emotions and lives for the first time.
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Plot Summary
A former wrestling champion, now a struggling actor, gets entangled in a web of deceit and danger. He finds himself on the run from a ruthless crime boss and his associates after a botched deal. As he tries to escape his past, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens more than just his own life.
Critical Reception
While "Wrestling" garnered attention for its stylish direction and Banderas's performance, it was a critical and commercial disappointment. Reviewers were divided, with some praising its ambition and neo-noir atmosphere, while others criticized its convoluted plot and uneven pacing. Audiences generally found it to be a forgettable entry in the crime thriller genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its visual flair and moody atmosphere.
Criticized for a muddled and predictable storyline.
Antonio Banderas's performance noted as a highlight, but not enough to save the film.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception, with many appreciating the attempt at a stylish crime drama but finding the plot lacking in originality and execution. Some viewers felt the film failed to live up to its potential, while others found it mildly entertaining despite its flaws.
Fun Fact
Despite its crime thriller elements, the film's title is a deliberate misdirection, as actual wrestling plays a very minor role in the plot, serving more as a metaphor for the characters' struggles.
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