Review of The Wrestler (2008) by Matthew Sorrento for Film Threat — 08 May 2010
The Wrestler could have been a groundbreaking drama, one that upturns the sensational genre roots from which it stems. With Rourke in such form, it could have been character-driven to the core – if only Aronofsky trusted his character enough to resist screenwriter Siegel's contrived plot thrusts.
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This review of The Wrestler (2008) was written by Matthew Sorrento and published by Film Threat on 08 May 2010.
The Wrestler has generally received very positive reviews.
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