The Sheik (2014)
Synopsis
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.
Release Date: 2014-04-26
Runtime: 95 minutes
Director: Igal Hecht
Top Cast
- Khosrow Vaziri as Self - The Iron Sheik
- Jim Ross as Self
- Hulk Hogan as Self
- Dwayne Johnson as Self
- Jack Black as Self
- Jim Duggan as Self
- Mick Foley as Self
- Bret Hart as Self
- Jimmy Hart as Self
- Seth Green as Self
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