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Written by Nikki Baughan Monday, 01 June 2009 11:39

DVD

Today, Monday June 1st, sees the DVD and Blu-ray release of The Wrestler, featuring a powerhouse performance from Mickey Rourke as a washed-up fighter struggling to live a normal life.

To read the full review of The Wrestler, click HERE. The disc also contains an interview with Mickey Rourke and a making of documentary - it's a shame there's no input from director Darren Aronofsky.

To get you into the swing of things, below you'll find two clips from the movie.

Play The Wrestler: The Wrestling Scene
Play The Wrestler: Randy and Pam Clip

ROLL CREDITS...
Stars Mickey Rourke, Marissa Tomei, Evan Rachel Wood
Director Darren Aronofsky
Distributor Optimum Home Entertainment
Format DVD & Blu-ray
Released June 1

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