The Sheik

Streaming video - 2014

This is the amazingly entertaining story of the man that lived the American Dream by assuming the persona of the supreme villain. This touching documentary tells the story of Khosrow Vaziri’s electrifying wrestling career. From his upbringing in Iran, his journey in America, to his unprecedented experiences as America’s most hated villain. Audience Award nominated for Best Documentary at **Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival**. *"Director Igal Hecht has pulled together a compelling film about an extraordinary man. There are moments of true heartbreak and tragedy mixed with wild road stories and the Iron Sheik's trademark over-the-top personality." - Matt Fowler, **IGN Movies***

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Genres
Documentary films
Published
[San Francisco, California, USA] : The Orchard 2014.
2019.
Language
English
Other Authors
Igal Hecht (film director), Dwayne Johnson (actor), Hulk Hogan, Jack Black, Seth Green
Online Access
A Kanopy streaming video
Cover Image
Item Description
Title from title frames.
Film
In Process Record.
Physical Description
1 online resource (streaming video file) (96 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
Format
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Access
AVAILABLE FOR USE ONLY BY IOWA CITY AND RESIDENTS OF THE CONTRACTING GOVERNMENTS OF JOHNSON COUNTY, UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, HILLS, AND LONE TREE (IA).