Participants use deadly elements like barbed wire, light tubes, and fire in backyard wrestling matches across Arizona, Nevada, California, New York, and England.
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Participants use deadly elements like barbed wire, light tubes, and fire in backyard wrestling matches across Arizona, Nevada, California, New York, and England.
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In backyards across Arizona, Nevada, California, New York, and England, amateur wrestlers engage in unsanctioned matches using weapons like barbed wire, fire, and glass. Directed by Paul Hough, *The Backyard* follows these individuals as they pursue their passion for wrestling, often at great personal risk. The film features appearances from professional wrestler Rob Van Dam and presents a raw look at this underground culture. Released in 2002, it offers insights into a growing subculture in American sports.
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- Meet backyard wrestlers across five states
- See Rob Van Dam's appearance in the film
- Find out about dangerous wrestling techniques used
Did You Know
- The Backyard won Best Picture at the Silver Lake Film Festival.
- The film holds a 74% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 14 reviews.
- It features Rob Van Dam, a wrestler from Extreme Championship Wrestling.
- The film was released on DVD and PSP after its theatrical run.
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Who directed the documentary The Backyard?
The Backyard was directed, produced, and edited by Paul Hough.
What year was The Backyard released?
The Backyard was released in 2002.
What is the Rotten Tomatoes rating for The Backyard?
The Backyard holds a 74% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 14 reviews.
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