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IWA: King of The Deathmatch
A video of the one day tournament in 1995, featuring pro wrestling stars from around the globe competing in gory "death matches," featuring, among other things, nails, broken glass, fire and explosions. Culminates in a no rope, barb wire, C4 exploding ring match between Cactus Jack and Terry Funk.
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Plot Summary
This documentary chronicles the infamous 1995 International Wrestling Association (IWA) King of the Deathmatch tournament. It showcases brutal and violent matches featuring hardcore wrestling legends utilizing weapons and extreme stipulations. The film delves into the mindset of the wrestlers and the appeal of this dangerous form of professional wrestling.
Critical Reception
As a niche documentary focused on extreme wrestling, its reception is primarily among fans of that specific genre. Critics outside this sphere often highlight its extreme violence and lack of traditional wrestling narrative, while fans celebrate its raw, unadulterated presentation of hardcore action.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unflinching depiction of extreme wrestling.
Noted for featuring legendary hardcore wrestlers in brutal matches.
Considered by some to be too violent for general audiences.
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Fun Fact
The 1995 IWA King of the Deathmatch tournament is widely considered a pivotal event in the popularization of 'ultraviolent' or 'hardcore' wrestling in the independent circuits.
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