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The Wrestling Queen (1973) | Slate

The Wrestling Queen

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Rated 7.3 on TMDB

The Wrestling Queen

She's Big. She Beautiful She'll Do Anything To Win.

This documentary is a must have for "old school" wrestling fans! It's loosely focused on the career of 23 year old Vivian Vachon during her first professional tour, and the wrestling legends she shares the ring with. Through interviews with wrestling superstars, the promoters, the fans, and the critics, Wrestling Queen will give you a snapshot of a rarely seen part of 70’s culture, along with a healthy dose of wrestling nostalgia!

Released: 1973
Runtime: 1h 13m
Genres: Documentary
Country: Canada

Direction and writing

Patrick VallelyDirector

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Cast

Vivian VachonVivian Vachon
Maurice VachonMad Dog Vachon
Paul VachonPaul Vachon

Ferdinand VachonSelf (The Father)
Leroy McGuirkSelf
LeRoy NeimanSelf
Bonnie WatsonBonnie Watson
Vicki WilliamsVicki Williams

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