Movie Description
The Sheik
(2014)Overview
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.
Featured Crew
- Director : Igal Hecht
- Producer : Jian Magen
- Cast : Khosrow Vaziri,Jim Ross,Hulk Hogan,Dwayne Johnson,Jack Black,Jim Duggan,Mick Foley,Bret Hart,James Ray Hart,Seth Green,David Golshan,Todd W. Fulkerson,Jian Magen,Bruce Prichard,Josip Peruzović,Jerry Sags,Aurelian Smith Jr.,Brian Yandrisovitz,James Ware,Larry Zbyszko
Cast
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Facts
Original TitleThe Sheik
Status Released
Release Information
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2014-04-26
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 35m
Production CompaniesMagen Boys Entertainment
Genres
- Documentary
