Review of Beyond the Mat (1999) by Shawn M — 16 Jan 2009

Good documentary...great peek into the life of "pro" wrestling...

They spit you out...

This review of Beyond the Mat (1999) was written by Shawn M on 16 Jan 2009.

Beyond the Mat has generally received very positive reviews.

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