A truly remarkable Motion Picture

Rating: Null/10 (28 December 2008)

The Wrestler is a truly remarkable film.
The Wrestler is done with such skill and passion. Mickey Rourke gives the best leading male performance of the year. He is just so into character here, it is also done so realistically. His performance is one that will certainly enter the classic list of male performances of all time. I thought that Marisa Tomei also gave such an incredible and realistic performance. Her portrayal of a 'hidden' stripper is perfect. She deserves an Oscar nomination. I also thought that, with all the buzz on Rourke and Tomei, people forgot about Evan Rachel Wood. Wood proves to be one of the most talented young actresses of her generation. Her performance is perfect, she captures all her feelings and emotions so well. One of the best female supporting performances of the year.
Overall, such a touching and gripping film, probably the most touching of 2008. It is done with such realism, this is sure to become a sports movie classic.