“The Iron Claw” is a drama portraying the Von Erich wrestling family’s rise and tragedies in the 1980s. Directed by Sean Durkin and featuring Zac Efron, it focuses on brothers Kevin, David, Kerry, and Mike Von Erich. Notably, Chris Von Erich is excluded, a decision Durkin made to avoid overburdening the film with tragedy. The film delves into the family’s successes and the “Von Erich curse,” including the untimely deaths of David, Mike, and Kerry.
Durkin navigated the challenges of representing real-life figures and events, aiming to capture the essence of their story while acknowledging the limitations of film. “The Iron Claw” is currently showing in theaters.
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