Out in the Ring

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Out in the Ring

2022

1h 45m

Documentary

LGBTQ+

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OUT IN THE RING looks at the history of queer identity in professional wrestling. Using a historical timeline starting from the 1940's and 50's to the current LGBTQIA+ wrestling explosion with LGBTQIA+ run promotions and talent focused shows globally. The film interviews the performers, fans and historians, exploring aspects of masculinity/ femininity, cultural representation/appropriation, homophobia and self representation/openness. OUT IN THE RING provides an entertaining and historical look at something taboo in the sport, and how LGBTQIA+ trailblazers in the industry have set about to survive, thrive and change perceptions in and out of the business.

Randy Myers

San Jose Mercury News

08/11/2022

Levey’s engrossing documentary provides a fascinating look at some colorful characters and their quest for self expression in a sometimes homophobic arena.

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Stephen Silver

The SS Ben Hecht

11/21/2023

4.5/5

A much-needed, multifaceted queer history of professional wrestling.

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J Hurtado

ScreenAnarchy

08/15/2022

A balanced and nuanced look at a century of victories and defeats with inspiring stories, cautionary tales, and plenty of high-flying action to punctuate the strength and power of the movement.

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Joshua Brunsting

The CriterionCast

08/12/2022

The film is a powerful, if maybe simply told, meditation on a much too overlooked aspect of pro-wrestling history. Must watch for anyone who even has the most passing of interest in pro-wrestling.

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C.H. Newell

Father Son Holy Gore

07/31/2022

5/5

Most important for wrestlers and fans, young and old, who may still be wrestling with their own gender or sexual identity. The film’s ultimate message is that we, as 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and as a community together, will endure; we always have.

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Nathaniel Muir

AIPT

07/27/2022

8/10

Possibly the best professional wrestling documentary of the year. An interesting look at the sport that will speak to fans and non fans. Informative, inspirational, and fun.

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OUT IN THE RING looks at the history of queer identity in professional wrestling. Using a historical timeline starting from the 1940's and 50's to the current LGBTQIA+ wrestling explosion with LGBTQIA+ run promotions and talent focused shows globally. The film interviews the performers, fans and historians, exploring aspects of masculinity/ femininity, cultural representation/appropriation, homophobia and self representation/openness. OUT IN THE RING provides an entertaining and historical look at something taboo in the sport, and how LGBTQIA+ trailblazers in the industry have set about to survive, thrive and change perceptions in and out of the business.

Director: Ry Levey
Producer: Brad Webb, Ry Levey, Darren Dean
Production Co: Orama Filmworks, 3DMC, Ryan Bruce Levey Film Distribution and PR Services
Genre: Documentary, LGBTQ+
Original Language: English
Runtime: 1h 45m