The Wrestler

Mickey Rourke stars as what looks to be a cross between Jake "The Snake" Roberts and Randy "Macho Man" Savage in one of the best and most interesting movies of the year. In fact, if it wasn't for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, The Wrestler would rank as my clear cut most anticipated movie of the season. That said, a flat footed tie with the Brad Pitt vehicle is nothing to be ashamed of. 

Suite Spot Tip: Don't even look at the Bill Simmons review he posted this week as it includes a spoiler early on that is best left unseen, especially for wrestling fans. You already know the movie is going to own, no need for the review!

Absolutely Perfect!

The Life and Times of Mr. Perfect dvd was released last week by the fine folks of World Wrestling Entertainment. It is a fitting tribute to a man, Curt Hennig, who seems to have touched the lives of all he came into contact with. Blessed with the amazing wrestling persona of a man who believes he is completely perfect but had the technical wrestling skill and charisma to back up his claims, this was a true giant of the late 80's-early 90's wrestling scene. Though injuries and time robbed him of some of his ring acumen in his later years, he is fondly remembered for some of the best wrestling matches and feuds of his time. He was able to have legendary matches with some of his fellow greats such as Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels, but most notably for me, was his ability to make even the poorest ring workers (Hogan, Ultimate Warrior, etc.) look great in the ring. Some may say that he oversold the moves of his opponents, but I say that everyone else didn't sell them enough. Mr. Perfect, thank you for the hard work. You truly are worthy of the name.