I didn't know what to think about this movie before I saw it. The movie, The Wrestler, is about a washed up wrestler who still has a passion for wrestling. Mickey Rourke, who is perfect for the part, gives a magnificent performance as the washed up wrestler, Randy "The Ram." After a heart attack and bypass surgery he finally comes to grips with his career, his family, and his life, none of which is really existent. At which point he must decide to fight one last epic battle, a rematch from twenty years earlier. He must decide, does he have anything left to live for, this last match will surely be the end of him. Marissa Tomei is is excellent as an aging stripper who no longer has a passion for her work while trying to raise her 9 year old son. Will she be able to save him and be the last hope for his otherwise shattered life?
The movie is very emotional. You truly feel his pain. You want him to be happy. But will it be that makes him happy? Throw in his last attempts to reconcile with his daughter and you have a powerful movie that tears at your heartstrings. I recommend it. 5 out of 5 stars.
