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Beyond the Mat
Beyond the Mat
7.2
/10
77 Ratings

BEYOND THE MAT

Directed by Barry Blaustein
United States, 1999
Documentary, Biography, Sport

Synopsis

In this behind-the-circus documentary, Barry Blaustein exposes the fascinating reality of pro wrestling. Sobering interviews and graphic footage portray a workplace where aging wrestlers (doped up on pain pills) risk their lives on the mat.

Synopsis

In this behind-the-circus documentary, Barry Blaustein exposes the fascinating reality of pro wrestling. Sobering interviews and graphic footage portray a workplace where aging wrestlers (doped up on pain pills) risk their lives on the mat.