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Post by jobber2thestars on Dec 29, 2007 0:40:34 GMT -5
WXW would like to officially congratulate WWE Hall-Of-Famer AFA THE WILD SAMOAN for being selected to train famed actor MICKEY ROURKE in preparation for his lead role in “The Wrestler”, a major motion picture helmed by acclaimed director DARREN ARONOFSKY (“The Fountain, “Requiem For A Dream”). Afa was hand-picked by Aronofsky and the film’s producers based on his unparalleled reputation as head trainer at his WILD SAMOAN TRAINING CENTER, the breeding ground for WWE superstars such as BATISTA and SNITSKY, as well as BILLY KIDMAN and many more. To assist in training Rourke for the rigors of pro wrestling, Afa has chosen the Wild Samoan Training Center’s “Smooth TOMMY SUEDE and “Supreme” LEE GREAT to serve as assistant trainers. Afa and company were also selected to spearhead a similar training regimen for NICOLAS CAGE, who was previously attached to the role. Mickey Rourke, a respected veteran of the big screen, has appeared in over 50 movies, including “9 ½ Weeks”, “The Rainmaker” and “Sin City”. Known for the grit and realism that he brings to his characters, he actually embarked on an abbreviated, yet successful, career as a professional boxer in the early 90’s. His work in “The Wrestler” is already highly anticipated, and with the help of his trainers, one can expect a finished product that will represent the truthful realities of the world of pro wrestling. For more updates on “The Wrestler”, log onto WXWwrestling.com throughout the upcoming days and months. For more information on the Wild Samoan Training Center, log onto www.wildsamoan.com . www.wrestlingfigs.com/inner2.php?id=6522&page_id=1&PHPSESSID=8cef3d0121dbe40020affdbfe87d50b4There is an awesome pic of Rourke and Afa on the link
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Post by The Line on Dec 29, 2007 1:05:07 GMT -5
Glad to see that Rourke is taking this seriously.
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Post by mysterydriver on Dec 29, 2007 1:15:20 GMT -5
I see a picture of Nicolas Cage and Afa, too.
Part of me has a vision of Cage going up to Afa and asking, "This is all fake, right?"
Then...Two hours later, he quit the film.
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Post by wolfmoon103100 on Dec 29, 2007 1:18:07 GMT -5
If he's half as good as Snitsky. This will be a masterpiece.
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Post by The Line on Dec 29, 2007 1:20:48 GMT -5
If he's half as good as Snitsky. This will be a masterpiece. And if he's not, well then...it wasn't his fault
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Post by EvilMasterBetty, Esq. on Dec 29, 2007 1:21:25 GMT -5
Wow, it looks like the director and Rourke are taking this seriously. This is definitely a good sign for the film. Maybe for once we'll see a somewhat serious portrayal of wresting in film form (not counting Beyond the Mat.)
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Post by SassovsHart on Dec 29, 2007 1:31:58 GMT -5
the breeding ground for WWE superstars such as BATISTA and SNITSKY I hope they have a scene where Rourke's character punts a fake baby in the crowd and then tells whoever catches it that, "That's his baby, and come this Sunday he'll be needing it back".
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Post by Mongo & Pepe: Back in Black on Dec 29, 2007 1:50:33 GMT -5
I didn't realize that Nicolas Cage wasn't involved with this movie anymore.
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Post by The Line on Dec 29, 2007 1:54:53 GMT -5
Wow, it looks like the director and Rourke are taking this seriously. This is definitely a good sign for the film. Maybe for once we'll see a somewhat serious portrayal of wresting in film form (not counting Beyond the Mat.) yeah. thats what I'm hoping for. I mean, this is already going to be written off by a lot of people because of the name, but I think it has the potential to be downright awesome. I mean this, coupled with Andorksky(the director) attending an ROH show to soak up the atmosphere, I think this has the potential to be great.
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Post by angryfan on Dec 29, 2007 2:02:44 GMT -5
Note to Afa. If Rourke at any point tells him "that's a damn fine coat you're wearing", run very far away.
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Post by Boku AKA Da Green Guy on Dec 29, 2007 2:55:22 GMT -5
This actually sound good now.
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Post by Hensley on Dec 29, 2007 10:27:48 GMT -5
I'm not sure if I'm going to see this yet, but I know I'll be getting the DVD!
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Post by Next Level was WRONG on Dec 29, 2007 11:31:15 GMT -5
Its good to see that there's so much effort being put into this.. but... what in the hell is Rourke wearing on his head?
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Post by Aceorton on Dec 29, 2007 11:49:56 GMT -5
To assist in training Rourke for the rigors of pro wrestling, Afa has chosen the Wild Samoan Training Center’s “Smooth TOMMY SUEDE and “Supreme” LEE GREAT to serve as assistant trainers. "Supreme" Lee Great may be the definitive bad indy wrestler name.
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Post by Go 2 Sleeeeeeeeeep! on Dec 29, 2007 12:30:50 GMT -5
I imagine Afa dragging Mickey to the set by his hair a la Royal Rumble 1993.
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Post by YouStayClassy on Dec 29, 2007 16:18:08 GMT -5
If he's half as good as Snitsky. This will be a masterpiece. Heck yes!
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Post by Cibernético II on Dec 29, 2007 20:27:31 GMT -5
great! I am SO glad its not Nic Cage whos gonna be the lead
and if you want to see a decent wrestling movie with a serious tone, you should see the Japanese-Korean Rikidozan biopic
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Post by dorf on Dec 30, 2007 0:10:57 GMT -5
To assist in training Rourke for the rigors of pro wrestling, Afa has chosen the Wild Samoan Training Center’s “Smooth TOMMY SUEDE and “Supreme” LEE GREAT to serve as assistant trainers. "Supreme" Lee Great may be the definitive bad indy wrestler name. www.myspace.com/supremeleegreat Meh...he rocks as a heel, but bland as a face.
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Post by stevierichardsfan on Dec 30, 2007 12:29:06 GMT -5
I imagine Afa dragging Mickey to the set by his hair a la Royal Rumble 1993. \ that would rule
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Post by leemir on Dec 30, 2007 12:58:30 GMT -5
I was really excited for this when Cage was supposed to be the star, then he pulled out
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