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  • 2016
  • Not Rated
  • Kino Lorber
  • 1 h 43 m
  • 2016
  • Not Rated
  • Kino Lorber
  • 1 h 43 m

Summary Focusing on a fascinating group of luchadores/performers, like Shocker (or 1000% Guapo), Jon "Strongman" Andersen, Blue Demon Jr., Fabian El Gitano and El Hijo Del Perro Aguayo, among many others, Lucha Mexico reveals what it takes to succeed in the Lucha Libre business ­– also capturing the excitement over this unique mix of brawling, e...

Directed By: Alex Hammond, Ian Markiewicz

Written By: Ian Markiewicz

  • 2016
  • Not Rated
  • Kino Lorber
  • 1 h 43 m
  • 2016
  • Not Rated
  • Kino Lorber
  • 1 h 43 m

Lucha Mexico

Metascore Mixed or Average Based on 7 Critic Reviews
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Summary Focusing on a fascinating group of luchadores/performers, like Shocker (or 1000% Guapo), Jon "Strongman" Andersen, Blue Demon Jr., Fabian El Gitano and El Hijo Del Perro Aguayo, among many others, Lucha Mexico reveals what it takes to succeed in the Lucha Libre business ­– also capturing the excitement over this unique mix of brawling, e...

Directed By: Alex Hammond, Ian Markiewicz

Written By: Ian Markiewicz

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70
Jul 14, 2016
An insightful and wildly entertaining look at the wrestlers who ply their trade south of the border.
By Glenn Whipp FULL REVIEW
70
Jul 12, 2016
The film's most worthy detour is into the history and personal significance of masks.
By Michael Nordine FULL REVIEW
63
Jul 5, 2016
if nothing else, Lucha Mexico can be appreciated for its honest depiction of a cultural outlet that gives its public, young and old, a chance to let off steam and yell until they’re hoarse at these uniquely Mexican archetypes.
By Roger Moore FULL REVIEW
58
Jul 14, 2016
There’s just enough history about lucha libre to make you curious to learn more.
By David Ehrlich FULL REVIEW
58
Jul 13, 2016
Suffice to say, masks are a big deal in the world of Mexican professional wrestling, known colloquially as lucha libre. Why are they such a big deal? Even after watching the movie, it’s hard to explain.
By Katie Rife FULL REVIEW
50
Feb 1, 2018
What Hammond and Markiewicz are most gifted at is cinematography. I’d gladly watch this film’s entire B-roll again just to bask in the gorgeous Mexican landscapes and vivid snapshots of the cities, outdoor markets and parking lots where various matches occur.
By Matt Fagerholm FULL REVIEW
40
Jul 14, 2016
Lucha Mexico often plays less like a character study than like a simple promotional effort, with repetitive platitudes.
By Ben Kenigsberg FULL REVIEW

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Release Date Jul 15, 2016
Duration 1 h 43 m
Rating Not Rated
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