The Death Tour

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The Death Tour

2024

1h 29m

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Each winter, when the lakes freeze over, a motley gang of professional wrestlers leaves Winnipeg on a one-of-a-kind wrestling trip through remote Indigenous communities of Northern Manitoba. Wrestling insiders call it the 'Death Tour' -- both for the physical hardships endured on the road and the emotional toll it takes on those who experience it. Famous for its star-studded alumni, the trip offers wrestlers a rare taste of fame and a chance to see if they have what it takes to make it in professional wrestling. This deeply personal documentary travels through Canada's frozen North and into the wrestlers' minds as they battle the elements, each other, and the impacts of our colonial past.

Jason Delgado

Film Threat

…highly engaging...

Rated: 8/10

Oct 1, 2024

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Dorothy Woodend

The Tyee (British Columbia)

An unexpected invitation in the latter part of the film takes things in a surprising direction. In spite of the upbeat ending, the sedimentary layers of despair and sadness that permeate the film linger.

Aug 22, 2024

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Victor Stiff

That Shelf

Peterson and Ballantyne capture the highs and lows of a punishing indie tour, to tell an inspiring story that will appeal to wrestling fans and nonfans alike.

Aug 22, 2024

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Katrina Olson

katrinaolson.ca

"The joy and enthusiasm they spread are palpable, making each wrestling match more than just entertainment—it’s a beacon of hope."

Rated: 5.5/10

Aug 20, 2024

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Jim Slotek

Original Cin

Part of me wishes Peterson and Ballantine had archival material to work with, considering the stories you can read by googling the Death Tour. But the doc works well in the present with today's ragtag group of wrestlers finding fulfillment.

Rated: B-plus

Aug 3, 2024

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Bill Arceneaux

Moviegoing with Bill

More than anything, this film is less about the wrestlers being on the road and facing physical and mental pain, but rather it’s about their go-get-them attitude when entering new places of heartache.

Rated: 5/5

May 31, 2024

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Sonya Ballantyne

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Stephan Peterson

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Curtis Howson

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Stacey Tenenbaum

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Sergeo Kirby

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Chris Jericho

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Each winter, when the lakes freeze over, a motley gang of professional wrestlers leaves Winnipeg on a one-of-a-kind wrestling trip through remote Indigenous communities of Northern Manitoba. Wrestling insiders call it the 'Death Tour' -- both for the physical hardships endured on the road and the emotional toll it takes on those who experience it. Famous for its star-studded alumni, the trip offers wrestlers a rare taste of fame and a chance to see if they have what it takes to make it in professional wrestling. This deeply personal documentary travels through Canada's frozen North and into the wrestlers' minds as they battle the elements, each other, and the impacts of our colonial past.

Director: Sonya Ballantyne, Stephan Peterson
Producer: Stacey Tenenbaum, Sergeo Kirby
Production Co: H2L Productions, Loaded Pictures
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Runtime: 1h 29m