If you're (a) a vampire fan, (b) a Goth, (c) a David Bowie fan, or (d) all three (they often go hand in hand), and you have not seen this movie, you should be ashamed of yourself and remedy this with immediate effect!
Today was my first time watching this in high definition, having previously only seen it on VHS and DVD, and I loved every minute of the sharp, clear visual. Still as wonderful as it ever was, if…
Aside from the TV documentary film on his life/career, and his appearance as the Mayor of Royston Vasey in the 'League of Gentlemen' television show ('Royston Vasey' being Brown's real name, as well as the name of the fictional town that the show's set in), this is the only thing I have seen him in. While his reputation and success assures me that he has probably hit some highs when it comes to low-brow offensive bums-and-willies humour, this stand-up set is, well, "a bunch of arse", as the great John Cleese might have put it.
Heart-wrenchingly beautiful. I implore you to watch this movie, whether you like wrestling or not - it's on all streaming services (Netflix, YouTube, Amazon, et al) and is a true example of hope and the power of the human spirit.
As 'Diamond' Dallas Page says during this film, "Never underestimate the power you give someone by believing in them. Never underestimate the power you give yourself by believing in you".
Heart-warming with white knuckle moments.
