Hard Knocks (2009)
• September 26th, 2009 • 0h 40min
Documentary
Overview
Hard Knocks dives deep into this bizarre fusion of sport and theatre in order to uncover the true art of professional wrestling; blending combat and athleticism with drama and showmanship to captivate the minds of the audience, suspending any disbelief that what they are seeing is not real. Although you can hardly epitomize it as simply "real" or "fake", there is no denying the tremendous skill and aptitude required of each performer. Yet despite this and the often harsh realities of each match, to most people, professional wrestling is a laughing stock. Director Arthur Cauty interviews wrestlers, referees and promoters alike, with world famous stars of the WWE aligning with the stars of tomorrow to voice their opinions, revealing startling truths about this illusive business. This film will shock and astound, leaving you with a new found respect for professional wrestling and the men and women who dedicate their lives and bodies to this obscure art form.
Make sure to check your pop-up blocker!!
Trailer
Similar Movies
The Backyard
Released on: 2002-03-08
Documentary
Lightbulbs, fire, barbed wire, mousetraps, staple guns, thumbtacks and glass are weapons of choice i...
Making Kayfabe
Released on: 2024-02-23
Documentary, Comedy
Facing a mid-life crisis, a journalist discovers the regular folk moonlighting as indie wrestlers, w...
Nixon Newell: First Female of Fight Club
Released on: 2017-07-26
Documentary
Since 2013, Nixon Newell has travelled the world as a professional wrestler. This is the story of he...
Signature Sounds: The Music of WWE
Released on: 2014-03-18
Documentary
Music has been integral in WWE history, especially anthems for all the greatest WWE Superstars. Sinc...
WWE: Rey Mysterio - 619
Released on: 2003-05-27
Documentary
"619" isn't just San Diego's area code, it's WWE Superstar Rey Mysterio's signature move, recalling ...
Exposed!: Pro Wrestling's Greatest Secrets
Released on: 1998-11-01
TV Movie, Documentary
Go behind the scenes into the strange world of pro wrestling. Find out why these men are more than a...
KCW: X
Released on: 2024-02-25
Documentary
Kumite Combat Wrestling moves into it's new home at The Hairy Dog in Derby, and to mark the occasion...
Monster Factory
Released on: 2017-10-25
Documentary
In the small town of Paulsboro, New Jersey the religion is pro-wrestling and it's temple is The Mons...
WrestleMania XL: Behind the Curtain
Released on: 2024-07-03
Documentary
Triple H, The Rock, Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, Seth "Freakin" Rollins, and more peel back the curtai...
Wrestling Dreams
Released on: 2011-09-14
Documentary
Chris Baldyga is a gym manager by day and independent professional wrestler, The Iron Eagle, by nigh...
Pro Wrestler
Released on: 2011-07-15
Documentary
Pro Wrestler is a documentary about the unique subculture surrounding Independent Professional Wrest...
The Bloodline: The Complete Story
Released on: 2023-03-17
Documentary, Drama
Watch the entire saga of The Bloodline, featuring moments and matches from Roman Reigns, The Usos, S...
An Extraordinary Gentleman
Released on: 2017-11-05
Documentary
He is a WWE superstar... A learned scholar of the fighting arts... A Mancunian born and bred... Abov...
The Price of Fame
Released on: 2017-11-07
History, Documentary
Ted DiBiase Jr. takes a journey through pro-wrestlings past to tell the faith-based story of his fat...
WrestleMania 41: Saturday
Released on: 2025-04-19
Documentary
WrestleMania 41 lights up Las Vegas as CM Punk, Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins collide in a highly an...
WCW/NWO Superstar Series: Diamond Dallas Page - Feel the Bang!
Released on: 1999-03-09
Documentary
The officially produced biography of WCW wrestler Diamond Dallas Page.
Vampiro: Angel, Devil, Hero
Released on: 2008-08-16
Documentary
Documentary about the life of wrestler Ian Hodgkinson, "Vampiro", detailing his biggest internationa...
In Search of Antonio Inoki
Released on: 2023-10-06
Documentary
A look into the life and career of the legendary wrestler Antonio Inoki
Insane Fight Club II - This Time It’s Personal
Released on: 2015-01-21
Documentary
Insane Fight Club is back. This year the boys are taking their unique form of entertainment to Engla...