Monday, February 13, 2023
Friday, July 10, 2020
Powerbomb (2020)
Plot
Matt Cross is an extremely talented wrestler with an uncertain future. While fame and stardom appear on the horizon, years of struggling leave him on the verge of leaving it all behind to spend more time with his family. Things take a dark turn when he is kidnapped by his "biggest fan" who hopes to help his hero grow.
Review
Now that I've got that out of the way, let me talk about what this movie has going for it. It's stars one of my favorites, MDogg Matt Cross, as a fictional version of himself. Cross is an indie wrestler from Ohio that's wrestled for many promotions and in many countries. Unsurprisingly, he does a great job of playing himself. He's charismatic and has amazing athletic ability.
Roni Jonah and Cash Allen do a great job as Matt's fictional family and their drama arcs are just as engaging as his captivity. AEW star, Brit Baker, also does a great job as a wrestler turned babysitter supporting character.
This movie isn't going to win any major awards, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't check it out. It's a great story about obsession, family, and dreams.
As a side note, because of the global pandemic, Matt hasn't been able to wrestle. If you'd like to support him, you should check out his site, Wrestling Is Forever.
Thursday, July 9, 2020
Monday, July 6, 2020
Wrestle Massacre (2020)
Recently released Wrestle Massacre is a wrestling themed indie horror slasher. Being back on my wrestling bullshit and loving horror, I decided to pick it up.
Plot
Wrestle Maniac follows the unfortunate life of awkward groundskeeper, Randy. The sweet, but inept, man is treated like shit by most folks in his life and just dreams of becoming a wrestler, like his father. After a disastrous humiliation at a wrestling school and being berated by his father, Randy Snaps and because a wrestling killer.
Review
That being said, there is some good in this, if you're a wrestling fan. The star, Richie "Cuban Assassin" Acevedo is really good in the role of Randy. He makes him likable before he snaps. After Randy snaps, he also does an amazing job channeling super stars of the past while giving some excellent practical effect kills. Randy's kill scenes are definitely the best part of the movie. It's unfortunate that other than the opening, it takes nearly an hour to get to the point he goes on his rampage.
For wrestling fan, the movie has quick cameos by the Sandman, Tony Atlas, and Manny Fernandez. It also has slightly larger roles from Nikolai Volkoff and Jimmy Valiant. In addition, Renee Dupree has an important role (and an unfortunately awkward sex scene).
If you are a wrestling fan and want to watch a wrestling themed horror flick, you might enjoy this one. I'm glad I added it to my collection, but I don't see myself watching the full movie again. I'll just skip to the carnage.
Sunday, July 5, 2020
Back On My Wrestling Bullsh*t
It's been a while (half a year), but I'm back. I recently got cable to start watching Dynamite again. I've also decided to catch WWE's three regular shows. This will give me plenty of things to talk about when I start posting again. In addition, my wrestling dvd/blu-ray collection has grown quite a bit.
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
Schaffer the Dark Lord - One Fall
Posting something a little different today. Check out these wrestling raps by Schaffer the Darklord.
You can download the track for free here.
You can download the track for free here.
Lyrics:
Let me tell you people something right now
Shut up until I put this mic down
And lay waste to every act in the game
Then you’ll have permission to be chanting my name
I came up in the locals then NXT I was Raw
Tonight you’ll catch a Smack Down your face to your jaw
No manager or partner, just a monster
A One Man Gang, I’m decimating the roster
I’ve locked up with the best of them, toppled them all
Working day and night to rock with you, off the wall
No holds barred like an all-out pub brawl
The following contest is scheduled for one fall
Oh and I’m gonna take it
Your pay per view win streak, I’m gonna break it
Your name in the hall of fame, I will erase it
Born to play the heel, never gonna face it
I’m climbing up the ladder past you and higher
Retire you and laugh as the last of the fire
From your fans in the cheap seats is dying down
You can’t see me, my time is now
I’ve locked up with the best of them, toppled them all
Working day and night to rock with you, off the wall
No holds barred like an all-out pub brawl
The following contest is scheduled for one fall
Ooh, and it’s gonna be you
Taking that fall from the top rope BOOM
You’re putting me over tonight, I’m putting you through
The broadcast table, brother, what you gonna do?
Been a legend killer on the circuit for years
Dishing out the injuries that finish careers
You’re face down now, nearly fatally harmed
Hearing “here is your winner” when they’re raising my arm
I’ve locked up with the best of them, toppled them all
Working day and night to rock with you, off the wall
No holds barred like an all-out pub brawl
The following contest is scheduled for one fall
Woo! And I’m gonna win it
I will have you tapping out or pinned within minutes
Leave your legacy in tatters and diminished
Space is the place, and the sky is the limit, yeah
Less a man than a beast made of rage
When I’m tossing your body off of the top of the cage
And you’re ruined, I walk away the champ undisputed
With the belt around my waist as they’re playing my music
I’ve locked up with the best of them, toppled them all
Working day and night to rock with you, off the wall
No holds barred like an all-out pub brawl
The following contest is scheduled for one fall
Shut up until I put this mic down
And lay waste to every act in the game
Then you’ll have permission to be chanting my name
I came up in the locals then NXT I was Raw
Tonight you’ll catch a Smack Down your face to your jaw
No manager or partner, just a monster
A One Man Gang, I’m decimating the roster
I’ve locked up with the best of them, toppled them all
Working day and night to rock with you, off the wall
No holds barred like an all-out pub brawl
The following contest is scheduled for one fall
Oh and I’m gonna take it
Your pay per view win streak, I’m gonna break it
Your name in the hall of fame, I will erase it
Born to play the heel, never gonna face it
I’m climbing up the ladder past you and higher
Retire you and laugh as the last of the fire
From your fans in the cheap seats is dying down
You can’t see me, my time is now
I’ve locked up with the best of them, toppled them all
Working day and night to rock with you, off the wall
No holds barred like an all-out pub brawl
The following contest is scheduled for one fall
Ooh, and it’s gonna be you
Taking that fall from the top rope BOOM
You’re putting me over tonight, I’m putting you through
The broadcast table, brother, what you gonna do?
Been a legend killer on the circuit for years
Dishing out the injuries that finish careers
You’re face down now, nearly fatally harmed
Hearing “here is your winner” when they’re raising my arm
I’ve locked up with the best of them, toppled them all
Working day and night to rock with you, off the wall
No holds barred like an all-out pub brawl
The following contest is scheduled for one fall
Woo! And I’m gonna win it
I will have you tapping out or pinned within minutes
Leave your legacy in tatters and diminished
Space is the place, and the sky is the limit, yeah
Less a man than a beast made of rage
When I’m tossing your body off of the top of the cage
And you’re ruined, I walk away the champ undisputed
With the belt around my waist as they’re playing my music
I’ve locked up with the best of them, toppled them all
Working day and night to rock with you, off the wall
No holds barred like an all-out pub brawl
The following contest is scheduled for one fall
Thursday, January 9, 2020
NWA Powerrr - Episode 11
The show started with Trevor Murdoch announcing that he's signed a contract with NWA. This is good news because I think he's a good fit for the promotion. Zicky Dice interrupted him and might have taken a jab at AEW. The Pope, a gentleman I'm not familiar with, but others seemed to know showed up and said he wanted to form his own version of the Four Horseman. He then went on to do commentary for the opening match.
This match was TV Title Tourney match between Ricky Starks and Eddie Kingston. The quick Starks was overpowered by Kingston most of the match. However, in the end Starks pulled out the victory. This was a great match.
Royce Isaacs came out for a promo with Dave Marquez. He brought out a new female talent, May Valentine. Isaacs whispered something into Marquez's ear that seem to catch him off guard. It was something seemingly very dirty. James Storm came out, insulted Valentine, and challenged him to a fight.
There was a new HighSpots.com commercial.
Isaacs kept getting good luck kisses from Valentine, to the annoyance of everyone else. During this segment Bennett showed his comedic chops, taking a few nice jabs at Joe Galli. Isaacs and Storm had a match. Storm beat him up a bit and Isaacs left. Storm and the ref did a count out and towards the end it sounded like a set-up for Orange Cassidy's amazing kicks. It was a cool moment and made me like James Storm more.
Eli Drake came out with a bottle of champagne and appeared to be drunk and/or high. He had a wonderful manic energy about him though and his promo was entertaining. After he wandered around Jocephus singing "Oh Come All Ye Faithful" and I got confused.
Nick Aldis and group came out and handed gifts to his team. Marquez asked him about Ricky Morton. The Rock'n'Roll Express came out and Aldis said Morton was only back because of all the work he put in over the last two years. Morton had the perfect response, "You spent two years building this business, we've spent OUR LIFE building this." He apologized and said if he said anything to offend Nick Aldis that he apologized. They shook hands and Aldis threatened him.
The next match was a six-women's tag match. Melina, Thunder Rosa, and Marti Belle took on Allysin Kay, ODB, and Ashley Vox. The person who gets the pin gets to choose someone on the other team to wrestle. There were high points and low points of the match. Thunder Rosa gave delivered vicious chops to Vox. She won the match and seemed to be annoyed when Melina chose ODB to be her next opponent.
Tim Storm and Nick Aldis had their names drawn for the tourney next week. Tim got personal and cut an amazing promo. He said that Momma Storm turned 95. He talked about how his momma worked until she 78 because his dad left them with nothing and she had something to prove. He then quoted the greatest promo of all time. NWA knows how to cut some amazing promos and Tim Storm has worked his way into my heart and become one of my favorite wrestlers today.
The final mat was Colt Cabana vs the Question Mark for a TV Title qualifying match. I enjoy the Question Mark and I know he's so over, but I didn't like them putting him over Cabana, who I see as a living legend of the indy scene.
Just like the first episode of the season, this was an entertaining wrestling show. Stu Bennett adds class, experience, and some humor to the commentary. I like the new talent and the new angles. Also, Tim By God Storm is amazing!
Check out the episode for yourself:
This match was TV Title Tourney match between Ricky Starks and Eddie Kingston. The quick Starks was overpowered by Kingston most of the match. However, in the end Starks pulled out the victory. This was a great match.
Royce Isaacs came out for a promo with Dave Marquez. He brought out a new female talent, May Valentine. Isaacs whispered something into Marquez's ear that seem to catch him off guard. It was something seemingly very dirty. James Storm came out, insulted Valentine, and challenged him to a fight.
There was a new HighSpots.com commercial.
Isaacs kept getting good luck kisses from Valentine, to the annoyance of everyone else. During this segment Bennett showed his comedic chops, taking a few nice jabs at Joe Galli. Isaacs and Storm had a match. Storm beat him up a bit and Isaacs left. Storm and the ref did a count out and towards the end it sounded like a set-up for Orange Cassidy's amazing kicks. It was a cool moment and made me like James Storm more.
Eli Drake came out with a bottle of champagne and appeared to be drunk and/or high. He had a wonderful manic energy about him though and his promo was entertaining. After he wandered around Jocephus singing "Oh Come All Ye Faithful" and I got confused.
Nick Aldis and group came out and handed gifts to his team. Marquez asked him about Ricky Morton. The Rock'n'Roll Express came out and Aldis said Morton was only back because of all the work he put in over the last two years. Morton had the perfect response, "You spent two years building this business, we've spent OUR LIFE building this." He apologized and said if he said anything to offend Nick Aldis that he apologized. They shook hands and Aldis threatened him.
The next match was a six-women's tag match. Melina, Thunder Rosa, and Marti Belle took on Allysin Kay, ODB, and Ashley Vox. The person who gets the pin gets to choose someone on the other team to wrestle. There were high points and low points of the match. Thunder Rosa gave delivered vicious chops to Vox. She won the match and seemed to be annoyed when Melina chose ODB to be her next opponent.
Tim Storm and Nick Aldis had their names drawn for the tourney next week. Tim got personal and cut an amazing promo. He said that Momma Storm turned 95. He talked about how his momma worked until she 78 because his dad left them with nothing and she had something to prove. He then quoted the greatest promo of all time. NWA knows how to cut some amazing promos and Tim Storm has worked his way into my heart and become one of my favorite wrestlers today.
The final mat was Colt Cabana vs the Question Mark for a TV Title qualifying match. I enjoy the Question Mark and I know he's so over, but I didn't like them putting him over Cabana, who I see as a living legend of the indy scene.
Just like the first episode of the season, this was an entertaining wrestling show. Stu Bennett adds class, experience, and some humor to the commentary. I like the new talent and the new angles. Also, Tim By God Storm is amazing!
Check out the episode for yourself:
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