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The Absolute Truth About Pro Wrestling (2005)

A new documentary about the strange and sometimes secretive world of pro wrestling, both inside and outside the squared circle. For six years, Mark Ezovski followed three individuals to explore the strange, fascinating and secretive world of professional wrestling. The Absolute Truth About Pro Wrestling is not a film about wrestling but a film about three individuals following their dreams. It is a funny, sad and ultimately uplifting portrait of life outside of the squared circle.

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Top billed cast

  • Photo of Sky HosoyaSky HosoyaHerself
  • Photo of Larry DeGarisLarry DeGarisHimself
  • Photo of Timothy BealTimothy BealHimself
  • Photo of Ox BakerOx BakerHimself
  • Photo of Gino CarusoGino CarusoHimself
  • Photo of Evan GinzburgEvan GinzburgHimself
  • Photo of James FanningJames FanningHimself
  • Photo of James ReiherJames ReiherJimmy Snuka
  • Photo of John L. SullivanJohn L. SullivanJohnny Valiant

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