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Deep Dive: Out in the Ring (2022)

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Out in the Ring
Out in the Ring is a Canadian documentary directed by Ry Levey, focusing on the history of LGBTQ representation in professional wrestling. It features notable figures such as Chyna, Nyla Rose, and Pat Patterson, among others, highlighting their contributions and experiences within the sport. The film began development in the late 2010s and faced production delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It premiered in June 2022 at the Inside Out Film and Video Festival, where it won the juried award for Best Canadian Film, marking a significant recognition for LGBTQ narratives in wrestling.

Why Watch

  • •Meet wrestlers like Chyna and Nyla Rose.
  • •Find out about LGBTQ history in wrestling.
  • •See the impact of COVID-19 on film production.

Did You Know

•The film was directed by Ry Levey and released in 2022.
•It features notable wrestlers like Chyna, Nyla Rose, and Chris Kanyon.
•The film won the juried award for Best Canadian Film at the Inside Out Film and Video Festival in June 2022.
•Production began in the late 2010s and was delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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LGBTQ representationProfessional wrestling fansDocumentary enthusiasts