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The Sheik (2014)

★ 7.4/10 95 min Documentary Canada English
Director: Igal Hecht
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Description

When Khosrow Vaziri became the World Wrestling Federations Iron Sheik and camel-clutched his way to fame in the 1980s, he achieved the American Dream by personifying a foreign villain. Losing his world championship belt to Hulk Hogan became a defining moment in professional wrestling. These days, the Sheiks smackdowns are on Twitter, where hes gained a new following. Once an Olympic hopeful, bodyguard to Irans Shah and pop culture icon, we witness Vaziri struggling with addiction and despair as a family man. But with the help of Torontos Magen brothers, the Sheik begins a road to redemption and renewed status as a public figure. Showcasing his powerful past and at times painful present, this is an insightful look at one of wrestlings biggest stars, but also a powerful story of personal sacrifice that, in the Sheiks own words, will make you humble.

Top Cast

Khosrow Vaziri
Khosrow Vaziri Self - The Iron Sheik
Jim Ross
Jim Ross Self
Hulk Hogan
Hulk Hogan Self
Dwayne Johnson
Dwayne Johnson Self
Jack Black
Jack Black Self
Jim Duggan
Jim Duggan Self
Mick Foley
Mick Foley Self
Bret Hart
Bret Hart Self

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