Thursday
Sep112008
Mickey Rourke returns to action in 'Wrestler'

Patrick Goldstein over at the Los Angeles Times has posted a interesting two-part column about Mickey Rourke's return into the spotlight with Darren Aronofsly's "The Wrestler," a film about pro wrestler Randy "The Ram" Robinson, who risks his life by challenging his big rival for one final match.
Here's a tiny bit from the article by Goldstein:
"Rourke had to undergo a grueling training regime to play the part--he says he did all of his wrestling stunts in the film. Even though he's a boxing fan, he now has renewed respect for the physical pounding wrestlers take every night in the ring."I suggest you check out part one of this article right here. For part two, click here instead. "The Wrestler" took home the prestigious Golden Lion Award at the recent Venice Film Festival.

Franck Tabouring
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