Frank Darabont, Gus Van Sant, Barry Blaustein, Darren Aronofsky, Vincent Gallo, Michael Moore, Martin Scorsese, Chris Bell. The Coen Brothers, David Fincher, Stanley Kubrick, Leon Gast, Tony Kaye, Francis Ford Coppola, Sam Mendes, Michel Gondry, Robert Reiner.
"Unfortunately, to most people, wrestling is a laughing stock." - Andy Kaufman
Directors
Produced, Directed and Edited by Arthur Cauty
Cinematography by Arthur Cauty, Elliot G. Montello & Jake Cauty
Awards
Nominated for "Best Documentary 2009" at the Norwich Film Festival
Professional Affiliations
"I have never seen a wrestling match or a prize fight, and I don’t want to. When I find out a man is interested in these sports, I drop him." - Hedy Lamarr
Salford Film Festival, Salford, UK, November 23rd, 2pm
Falstaff International Film Festival, Warwickshire, UK, November 15th, 5.30pm
Antelope Valley City College Screening, Lancaster, CA, November 7th, 7.30pm
Global Cinema Festival, India, 15th October, 1.00pm
Norwich Film Festival Awards Cermony, Norwich, UK, September 25th, 7.30pm
Norwich Film Festival, Norwich, UK, September 18th - 26th
Hard Knocks is a 40 minute Documentary short on Professional Wrestling - an industry largely misunderstood by the general public and an industry that has been victim of ridicule time and time again. Over the past few years in particular, the professional wrestling world has been thrust into complete turmoil after the deceiving and biased portrayal of certain events by the national media. The deaths of top wrestlers in their prime as well as numerous steroid scandals have been used to kick the industry when it's down.
Hard Knocks dives deep into this bizarre fusion of sport and theatre in order to uncover the true art of professional wrestling; blending combat and athleticism with drama and showmanship to captivate the minds of the audience, suspending any disbelief that what they are seeing is not real. Although you can hardly epitomize it as simply "real" or "fake", there is no denying the tremendous skill and aptitude required of each performer. Yet despite this and the often harsh realities of each match, to most people, professional wrestling is a laughing stock.
Director Arthur Cauty interviews wrestlers, referees and promoters alike, with world famous stars of the WWE aligning with the stars of tomorrow to voice their opinions, revealing startling truths about this illusive business. This film will shock and astound, leaving you with a new found respect for professional wrestling and the men and women who dedicate their lives and bodies to this obscure art form.
Hard Knocks was completed on June 1st 2009 and is to be screened at a number of locations from September 2009 onwards. All screening dates will be listed here along with any information regarding DVD releases and TV broadcasts. Keep checking back for updates.
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With contributions from:
D'Lo Brown
Al Snow
Alex Shane
Andy Simmonz
CM Punk
Mick Foley
BG James
Hardcore Holly
RQW Promoter Len Davies
Futureshock Wrestling School Head Trainer, Dave Rayne
The Trainees of Futureshock Wrestling
The Ballard Brothers
Referee Steve Lynskey
Twinkeltoes
Plus many more
and featuring the likes of:
Raven
Kip James
Chris Masters
Robbie Everest
The UK Kid
Doug Williams
AJ Styles
Christopher Daniels
T-bone
Shawn Daivari
Johnny Goodtime
Plus many more...
"People praised Robert De Niro for his dedication when he gained 150 pounds to become Jake La Motta in Raging Bull. How come the same compliment isn't paid to pro wrestlers who bleed in the name of realism?" - Bret Hart
Who I'd like to meet: Professional Wrestlers. Anyone interested in raising awareness of what Professional Wrestling ACTUALLY IS. Anyone who thinks Professional Wrestlers are athletes who deserve more credibility that they get. Anyone wanting to improve the Professional Wrestling scene in the UK, and worldwide. Anyone who wants to see Wrestling back on every TV in every household. Anyone who wants to make a living out of Wrestling. Anyone who wants to know more about Wrestling. Anyone who loves Wrestling. Anyone who hates Wrestling. Anyone with the passion or desire to do something. Anything. Anyone.
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"I got more hurt in the three months of wrestling than I did in sixteen years of boxing. I had three MRI's in two months." - Mickey Rourke
WE NEED BANDS / TECHS / COMEDIANS / SPONSOR'S and 30 more Wrestlers to bring the number to 75 shoot the feature length docu-drama for entry into Sundance/Tribeca/Caan film fests. We will set a new world record and shine a huge light on hunger in America. We can put you up while you are at the marathon thanks to "The Garfield Suites & Hotel" generously providing us with suites for the four day event. Contact me now to reserve your place in TV, Film and Wrestling History. No star to large or to small. PS We need to raise 10'000lbs of food to beat the Bengals food drive last Sunday so tell everyone you know who can come out
ATTN: Major Change Road Warrior Animal Signing MOVED Due to the Baltimore Wrestling Expo being cancelled. Road Warrior Animal Autograph Event will now be MOVED to The Card Cellar 5047 Jefferson Davis Highway Fredericksburg , Va 22408 Any Questions contact Richard at (540) 907 -0269 For my Baltimore area fans if you can't make it down, I'll ship it to you.
I've just finished completely revamping my MySpace profile page. I would love it if you would check it out, maybe post a comment or two on the photo's and main page.
Welcome to The Official Myspace of "Independent Wrestling Promotions formerly The Pro Wrestling Network" the newest and hottest Wrestling promotions company that offers A place for people in the wrestling industry to connect with other people in the industry and a place for Fans to talk with other fans and workers. Featured members on the network include Extreme Championship Wrestling Original THE SANDMAN, NWA Wrestling Legend RICKY MORTON and Extreme Championship Wrestling Original "PITBULL #1" GARY WOLF!
On Top of the Social Network we talked about above we also offer people in the Wrestling Industry some help with getting exposure by our Booking agency called Independent Wrestling Bookings. Please Take a look at our Social Network and while your their create yourself a profile and connect with others!
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