Zac Efron's first day in a pro wrestling ring went like that of many rookies: He had his mettle tested by “running the ropes,” going from side to side and bouncing off the ring ropes in punishing ...

All things considered, The Iron Claw is receiving strong reviews — including here at Awful Announcing. But when it comes to pro wrestling fans who have seen the film, one common criticism seems to ...

Professional wrestling has a familiar formula: rivals battle inside a ring to settle grudges and win championships. Every wrestler takes a unique approach to the craft, putting their distinct touches ...

A nod to pro wrestling’s past is part of the charm of The Iron Claw, and it was especially meaningful that some of the film’s most critical scenes were designed by Chavo Guerrero Jr., a member of the ...

The Iron Claw releases in theaters December 22. Interviews conducted by Matt Fowler and Amelia Emberwing. There’s a nebulous term in the world of professional wrestling to describe the unspoken ...

Finally, the Von Erichs get their moment to shine. Awash in tragedy, it is still a joy to see the famed wrestling family recognized on the big screen. Courtesy The Von Erichs The Iron Claw finds the ...

"The Iron Claw," an A24 film released late last year, tells the story of the Von Erichs, a family of professional wrestlers who suffered tragic ends under the influence of a dictatorial patriarch and ...