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entertainment2 years ago•5 min saved

Unveiling the Behind-the-Scenes of 'The Iron Claw': Stars, Reviews, and Insights

The upcoming film "The Iron Claw" depicts the real-life Von Erich wrestling family, with Zac Efron playing Kevin Von Erich, Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich, Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, and Stanley Simons as Mike Von Erich. The actors underwent physical transformations for their roles, with Efron focusing on a more realistic physique. The film explores the family's triumphs and tragedies, including the deaths of five of the six brothers. The actors aimed to portray the characters honestly while also making them proud.

via PEOPLE|

#entertainment #family #the-iron-claw

entertainment2 years ago•10 min saved

"The Iron Claw: Zac Efron's Legacy and the Tragic True Story Behind the Von Erich Family"

Director Sean Durkin discusses the difficult decisions he made while telling the tragic true story of the Von Erich wrestling family in his film, The Iron Claw. Durkin explains that he had to omit certain details and characters, such as the youngest brother Chris, in order to focus on Kevin's journey and avoid repetitive themes of death. Despite the challenges, Durkin's storytelling discipline appears to have paid off, as the film has received positive reviews and the approval of Kevin Von Erich, the sole surviving brother.

via Vulture|

#biopic #entertainment #sean-durkin

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

Unveiling the Enigmatic Von Erich Brothers and the Power of 'The Iron Claw'

"The Iron Claw" is an upcoming movie starring Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White that tells the story of the Von Erichs, a famous wrestling family who rose to stardom in the late '70s and '80s. The film focuses on both their triumphs and the tragic events that befell the family. The Von Erich brothers, Kevin, Kerry, David, Chris, and Mike, were known for their charisma and athletic ability, wrestling for their father's promotion, World Class Championship Wrestling. Unfortunately, four of the brothers died between 1984 and 1993, with three deaths by suicide. The film is set to be released on December 22, 2023, and early reviews have been positive.

via USA TODAY|

#entertainment #movie #professional-wrestling

film2 years ago•4 min saved

"The Iron Claw": A Heartbreaking Tale of Brotherhood, Pain, and Grief

"The Iron Claw" is a gritty and atmospheric film directed by Sean Durkin, based on the tragic true story of the Von Erich brothers, a Texas wrestling dynasty. The film explores the family's rise to fame in the early '80s with their rock 'n roll style of wrestling, which garnered them a devoted fanbase but came at a cost. The story delves into themes of brotherhood, toxic masculinity, and the weight of grief. Zac Efron delivers a standout performance as Kevin Von Erich, and the film is praised for its strong cast and compelling portrayal of a cursed family.

via Deadline|

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