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The Sheik
The Sheik

The Sheik

7.3/10

1hr 35mins

Country:US, CA

2014

Documentary
Spoken Languages: English

Overview:

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.

Budget

$0.00

Production companies

Magen Boys Entertainment

Genre

Documentary

Runtime

1hr 35mins

Rating

7.3/10

Release Date

2014-04-26

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