Review of The Wrestler (1971) by Janetta B — 08 Apr 2012

MICKEY rOURKE SHOULD HAVE GOTTEN AN AWARD FOR THIS ONE...

This review of The Wrestler (1971) was written by Janetta B on 08 Apr 2012.

The Wrestler has generally received positive reviews.

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