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Dec 9, 2008 · But in Marisa Tomei’s case for “The Wrestler,” she began putting together ideas on how to play her part before a script even existed. “Darren (Aronofsky, the film’s director) didn’t ...
Jan 24, 2023 · The film received a slew of critical praise upon its release, and though it was only nominated for two Academy Awards, it did quite well on the award circuit, including a host of nominations for Rourke and his co-star Marisa Tomei. Understated and yet powerful, The Wrestler is a unique take on the sports film.
Oct 12, 2008 · Yet, despite Randy's continued attempts at convincing local stripper Cassidy (Marisa Tomei) to settle down with him in his humble trailer, the ring still calls to him. Later, when the prospect of a high-profile rematch with his longtime nemesis presents itself, Randy is forced to weigh his mortality against his desire to hear the crowd roar one last time.
Sep 23, 2008 · The first wave of stories about Mickey Rourke in Darren Aronofsky’s The Wrestler, ... One particularly amusing exchange between the Ram and Marisa Tomei’s stripper, Cassidy, features the line ...
An aging wrestler, grappling with mortality and a lifetime of bad decisions - played by Mickey Rourke, semi naked much of the time. A stripper with a heart of gold - played by Marisa Tomei, mostly naked most of the time. An abandoned and angry daughter - played by Evan Rachel Wood, consistently not even remotely naked.
My only gripe with The Wrestler is that they chose Marisa Tomei to play the "aging, less attractive" older stripper. Don't get me wrong, her performance is excellent, but it's hard to buy the idea that a bunch of guys in a strip club wouldn't be into Marisa Tomei at any age up on stage. It's funny to contrast her with Mickey Rourke who actually ...
The Wrestler is a 2008 American sports drama film directed by Darren Aronofsky, written by Robert D. Siegel, and starring Mickey Rourke, Marisa Tomei, and Evan Rachel Wood. Production began in January 2008 and Fox Searchlight Pictures acquired rights to distribute the film in the U.S.;[3][4] it was released in a limited capacity on December 17, 2008 and was released nationwide on January 23 ...
