Documentary film about Tony Halme, masculinity and populism. The film follows how Tony Halme created a mythical, highly masculine freestyle wrestling character, The Viking, who gained fame both in the ring and in the public eye and eventually became captivated by it. With his brash speeches, Halme fired the starting shot for the rise of the Finns Party. The voice of a forgotten section of the population, a protest against the ruling elite, were the building blocks of Halme's popularity. Halme's great popularity has served as a good example of a populist figure, admired within the deep ranks of the nation, who comes from outside the political elite and changes the direction of politics. Also, despite - or perhaps because of - his openly racist statements, he was part of changing the political climate in Finland to a more acrimonious one.
Alex Horne tries to discover why some games survived, and examines the best of those that did not. Whilst revisiting his own childhood haunts, he attempts to relaunch the ancient sport of the Quintain, horseless jousting, and tries his damnedest to understand the rules of the Jingling Match. Not forgetting his attempt to restage the forgotten spectacle of Cricket on Horseback. This might just be a journey to the very heart of sport itself, but if not, it will be a lot of fun playing games that have not been seen for hundreds of years and even more fun discovering why.
Oversand
Constructed from over 500 hours of never-before-seen footage, this documentary centers on the personal life and career of the controversial football player Diego Maradona who played for SSC Napoli and Argentina in the 1980s.
Krasnodar's debut in the Champions League in 2020. Emotional doc film about the brightest season in the history of the club.
Little Karim
Mike Tyson's climb, crash and comeback, from his difficult childhood to becoming undisputed world champion to his 1992 rape conviction and his personal struggles.
A look at the November 1980 re-match between Sugar Ray Leonard and Roberto Duran and how two infamous words haunt both.
The 70th anniversary of the birth of El Santo and the wrestling debut of his son mark the starting point for which El Hijo del Santo will take us into his story. His family history goes beyond the ring through personal memories and records, and brings us closer to his childhood with a father who had a double identity, to the discovery of the hero at home, and the reasons for wanting to continue this legacy.
The film studies the history of, and people who made, Extreme Championship Wrestling a cult sensation in the 1990s. Its an intimate look at the subculture of a subculture, and the athletes who were willing to take massive amounts of punishment for little money based on the promise of something more within their industry. This is a film about culture and human beings - who just happen to use tables and chairs and violent acts as part of their performance art. This documentary is not owned or supported by the WWE.
Explores the personal and professional life of former NFL and Ole Miss quarterback Archie Manning and how the sudden loss of his father impacted his life and the way he and his wife Olivia raised their three sons.
Arrowhead
An in-depth look at the legendary point guards of New York City who honed their craft and developed their legendary showmanship in the 1980s and ’90s. The documentary spotlights the ascent of Rafer Alston, Kenny Anderson, Mark Jackson, Stephon Marbury, God Shammgod, Kenny Smith, Rod Strickland and Dwayne “Pearl” Washington in the midst of a cultural renaissance.
When the NBA merged with the American Basketball Association in 1976, four ABA franchises joined the more established league - the Nets, Nuggets, Pacers and Spurs.
This documentary traces the meteoric rise and precipitous fall of football star Johnny Manziel via interviews with friends, coaches and Manziel himself.
They were Tough Enough. Are you? Too much is never enough. So take an inside, uncensored look at the blood, sweat, and fears of those who laid it all on the mat for a chance to win a WWF contract. From the audition tapes of those who never had a chance, to the bumps, bruises, and battles of those who did, you'll see what was really going on in and out of the ring. Plus, hear the advice, the stories, and the painful truth from all your favorite WWF superstars?, including Stone Cold Steve Austin?, Mick Foley?, Triple H? and more, and ask yourself: "Would I be tough enough to win wrestling's ultimate prize?"
The Phenom of the WWE leads you on a journey to the Dark Side highlighting his most recent battles! The discovery of Kane's existence, the fiery horror of the Royal Rumble 1998 casket disaster, his wars with Mankind, the betrayal of Paul Bearer...it's all here and more! Also contains footage and interviews which show you a side of the Undertaker never seen before!
What do the faces of Foley think about the Three Faces of Foley? "It's like Titanic wrapped in barbed wire! Bang Bang!" - Cactus Jack "OWWWW, It's the feel good hit of the season!" - Dude Love "I laughed, I cried, I had a nice day" - Mankind
This is a special look at some of the greatest matches ever. First, from 1998's King of the Ring , the infamous Hell in the Cell. Then, the Steel Cage and Last Man Standing Matches from 1999's St Valentine's Day Massacre. We wrap things up with WrestleMania XV's Shane McMahon vs. X-Pac, as well as the greatest Ladder Match in WWE history from Terri Invitational Tournamnet at 1999's No Mercy. What sets this DVD apart though, are the in-depth Superstar commentaries as you watch the action. It's all here with an exclusive backstage perspective from the ones who lived it and watched it all unfold before their eyes. So what are you gonna do tonight? The answer, my friend, is right here in your sweaty little hands.
He "Laid the Smackdown!" He's been both the "People's" and the "Corporate" champ! He gave the world "Roody Poo!" Now, you can being home a piece of The Rock!, The Great One! Find out how The Rock has become the most electrifying name in sports-entertainment today. This isn't "Sing Along with the Champ!" So sit down, Shut Up and watch the damn tape... and Know Your Role ! This DVD is exclusively for the millions and millions of The Rock's Fans "if ya smell what The Rock is cookin!"