The Wrestler: The Most REAL Wrestling Movie Ever Made?

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In this episode we dive deep into The Wrestler (2008), Darren Aronofsky’s raw and emotional film starring Mickey Rourke, Marissa Tomei and Ernest 'The Cat' Miller.Join Wrestling Life's Ben Veal, The People's Broker Ash Ajaz and Adam Loretz from The Filmmakers Workshop as we explore why this movie still resonates today, breaking down its themes of aging, fame, masculinity, loneliness and the harsh reality of life after the spotlight fades. From Randy “The Ram” Robinson’s heartbreaking journey to the film’s powerful ending, this is one of the most honest sports movies ever made.We discuss:• The real meaning behind The Wrestler’s ending• Mickey Rourke’s career-defining performance• How realistic the wrestling world is in the film• Themes of identity, addiction and fading fame• Why The Wrestler hits harder the older you getWhether you love film analysis, movie podcasts or wrestling culture, this wrestling movie deep dive is for you!

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This episode was published on March 30, 2026.

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In this episode we dive deep into The Wrestler (2008), Darren Aronofsky’s raw and emotional film starring Mickey Rourke, Marissa Tomei and Ernest 'The Cat' Miller.Join Wrestling Life's Ben Veal, The People's Broker Ash Ajaz and Adam Loretz from The...

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