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American Wrestler: The Wizard (2017)

"He escaped one war, only to face another."

7.220171h 57mEN
Drama

Directed by Alex Ranarivelo

Rating

7.2/10

Runtime

1h 57m

Language

EN

Release

May 16, 2017

Director

Alex Ranarivelo

Official Trailer

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Overview

In 1980, a teenage boy escapes the unrest in Iran only to face more hostility in America, due to the hostage crisis. Determined to fit in, he joins the school's floundering wrestling team.

Cast

George Kosturos

George Kosturos

Ali

Jon Voight

Jon Voight

Principle Skinner

William Fichtner

William Fichtner

Coach Plyler

Lia Marie Johnson

Lia Marie Johnson

Kristi Larsen

Kevin G. Schmidt

Kevin G. Schmidt

Rowan Knox

Gabriel Basso

Gabriel Basso

Jimmy Petersen

Shannon Collis

Shannon Collis

Wendy

Courtney Hope Turner

Courtney Hope Turner

Jenny

Ali Afshar

Ali Afshar

Hafez Tabad

Nicholas Guilak

Nicholas Guilak

Pasha

Sasha Feldman

Sasha Feldman

Dan 'Toad' Webster

Michael Girgenti

Michael Girgenti

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into American Wrestler: The Wizard (2017), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In 1980, a teenage boy escapes the unrest in Iran only to face more hostility in America, due to the hostage crisis. Determined to fit in, he joins the school's floundering wrestling team.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of American Wrestler: The Wizard. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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