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The Sheik

1h 35m2014Igal Hecht
IMDb: 7.1/10
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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.

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What is The Sheik (2014) about?

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,…

Who stars in The Sheik?

The Sheik stars Khosrow Vaziri (Self - The Iron Sheik), Jim Ross (Self), Hulk Hogan (Self), Dwayne Johnson (Self), Jack Black (Self). The film was directed by Igal Hecht.

How long is The Sheik?

The Sheik has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2014. It is rated Not Rated.

Is The Sheik worth watching?

The Sheik holds an IMDb rating of 7.1/10. Fans of Documentary, Biography are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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