What's the Point of Wrestling?

Name: What's the Point of Wrestling?
Director: Mikheil Chiaureli (II)
Genre: Drama
Released: 1986-01-01
Duration: 85 min
Cast: Otar Megvinetukhutsesi, Dato Rachveli, Lika Kavzharadze, Lyudmila Nilskaya, Givi Sikharulidze

1986Dir. Mikheil Chiaureli (II)1h 25m

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"What's the Point of Wrestling?" is a 1986 drama directed by Mikheil Chiaureli. This film presents a unique narrative centered around Kalenike, a peasant who discovers his talent for boxing while navigating the world of wrestling.

The film follows Kalenike, a peasant from Lechkhumi, as he arrives in Kutaisi to sell walnuts. His journey takes an unexpected turn when he attends a wrestling show, where his natural talent for boxing is revealed. With the support of his coach and patron, Baadur Kherkheulidze, Kalenike's life changes dramatically as they travel to Paris for new adventures.

"What's the Point of Wrestling?" combines themes of ambition and sport within the context of Georgian culture. The runtime of 85 minutes allows for a concise storytelling experience, making it a significant entry in the drama genre of the 1980s. Collectors of international cinema may find this film noteworthy due to its unique portrayal of wrestling and boxing in a Georgian setting, along with its connection to the region's film history.

1986 drama with cultural themes. · Explores personal growth through sport. · Interesting portrayal of wrestling's impact.

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What genre is "What's the Point of Wrestling?"?

"What's the Point of Wrestling?" is a drama film.

Who directed "What's the Point of Wrestling?"?

The film was directed by Mikheil Chiaureli.

What year was "What's the Point of Wrestling?" released?

The film was released in 1986.

What is the runtime of "What's the Point of Wrestling?"?

The runtime of the film is 85 minutes.

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About This Movie

1986 drama with cultural themes. · Explores personal growth through sport. · Interesting portrayal of wrestling's impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is "What's the Point of Wrestling?"?

"What's the Point of Wrestling?" is a drama film.

Who directed "What's the Point of Wrestling?"?

The film was directed by Mikheil Chiaureli.

What year was "What's the Point of Wrestling?" released?

The film was released in 1986.

What is the runtime of "What's the Point of Wrestling?"?

The runtime of the film is 85 minutes.

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