{"id":1443272,"date":"2023-12-22T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-22T21:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.comingsoon.net\/?p=1443272"},"modified":"2023-12-31T10:45:36","modified_gmt":"2023-12-31T18:45:36","slug":"the-iron-claw-review-a-tragic-a24-masterpiece","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.comingsoon.net\/movies\/reviews\/1443272-the-iron-claw-review-a-tragic-a24-masterpiece","title":{"rendered":"The Iron Claw Review: A Tragic A24 Masterpiece"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Every year, A24 throws a few hats in the ring for the best movies of the year. This year, we’ve had films like Past Lives, Dream Scenario, and The Zone of Interest. While each of these films had its merits, I knew that I found my favorite A24 movie of the year when I went to an early screening of The Iron Claw<\/a><\/strong>. From writer-director Sean Durkin, this phenomenal masterpiece follows the Von Erich family, a dynasty of professional wrestlers that were wildly successful in the 1980s. But in the midst of their glamour, they found themselves dealing with tragedy at every turn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This movie is heartbreaking. But it does not start out that way. The film opens with a lot of traditional sports movie excitement, with wrestler Fritz Von Erich doing his signature move known as the Iron Claw. We learn early on that the family does not have a lot of money, but Fritz’s sons intend to carry out his legacy as the greatest family of wrestlers in the world. The film offers tons of exciting wrestling action that any fan of the sport will eat up. There are thrilling sequences that take you along for the ride as if you’re watching a real match, all allowing this to feel like the traditional feel-good sports movie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our protagonist is Kevin Von Erich, played perfectly by Zac Efron. Early on, Kevin takes after his father, and we get a sense of his skill in the ring. Durkin directs the wrestling action to perfection, utilizing the sound design to put you in his head. Just like many movies in the sports genre, when Kevin gets knocked down, you want to see him get back up. The soundtrack enhances the experience, allowing you to go through a unique time with this film. The music choices are excellent, and Durkin crafts something so beautiful and exciting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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