Fake It So Real
Director Robert Greene
Countries United States
Duration 92 min
Synopsis
FAKE IT SO REAL dives head-first into the world of independent pro wrestling. Following a ragtag group of wrestlers in North Carolina over a week leading up to a big show, the film explores what happens when the over-the-top theatrics of the wrestling ring collide with the realities of the working-class South. Gabriel is the rookie trying make it to the Big Time and be a part of this family of tough guys. Jeff is the leader who may miss his first show in ten years, due to an unexpected and debilitating injury. J-Prep, Zane, Pitt, Solar and the rest of the crew each face obstacles on their way to the big show. They aren’t paid for their passion, but they treat wrestling like any artist treats his work. This is a film about doing something real.
FAKE IT SO REAL dives head-first into the world of independent pro wrestling. Following a ragtag group of wrestlers in North Carolina over a week leading up to a big show, the film explores what happens when the over-the-top theatrics of the wrestling ring collide with the realities of the working-class South. Gabriel is the rookie trying make it to the Big Time and be a part of this family of tough guys. Jeff is the leader who may miss his first show in ten years, due to an unexpected and debilitating injury. J-Prep, Zane, Pitt, Solar and the rest of the crew each face obstacles on their way to the big show. They aren’t paid for their passion, but they treat wrestling like any artist treats his work. This is a film about doing something real.