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So, if you're looking at the title of the review and then to the fact that I still gave this a 4/5, you're probably saying, "What gives?" Well, I say some fans will find this hard to watch because it's about a wrestler from the past...about 30 years into the past. So modern day, younger fans may not enjoy this DVD. People who appreciate, respect and enjoy the old school wrestling will probably have no qualms with this. What this DVD is, is the story/biography of the man who was Superstar Billy Graham - and it's a great story. You'll hear Graham describe his life from childhood to the present. He'll discuss his wrestling career, his career highs and personal lows. The story is real intense! Here is a wrestler who was ahead of his time and literally paved the way for stars of today...like Hogan. The story gets really interesting when Graham discusses his personal life. You'll get to hear about how he met his wife and then the demons he faced when he was addicted to illegal substances. You'll also get to hear him discuss his major surgery and practically coming face to face with death. Then of course, there's the infamous court case in which he almost put the WWF out of business. The story is really great, despite the fact that many people may have never even heard of Graham or seen him wrestle. The extras include some other segments and a selection of matches - like a bull rope match with Dusty Rhodes. If you've liked the recent WWE releases that have a more personal aspect with the performers discussing their true life and their career, then you'll enjoy this. It's only one disc, most of it is the feature presentation. I really recommend this DVD to the older fans and those who enjoy hearing the stories of the business. If you're just looking for a series of matches and something similar to today's style of wrestling, you should look elsewhere.Read full review
SuperStar Billy Graham, Mr. Eldridge (Wayne) Coleman, is as iconic in sports and pro wrestling as it gets! Having trained with Arnold and coming within four pounds of a world record bench press, this was a phenomenally strong man and consumate entertainer at heart and soul! Learning from the ultimate sports stars and icons in their own right, like Ali, Coleman paved the way for the next generation that featured James Janos and Terry Bollea, who we all know as Jesse Vetura and Hulk Hogan! I remember watching the match between Graham and Backlund and when Backlund won the belt, Graham took it away from him, destroyed it by stepping on it and smashing it against the turn buckle; giving way to the next WWWF World Title belt; I loved to hate Graham, like most fans, and even threw my hot chocolate at the screen when he wronged Backlund...you guys made us kids crazy!?!?! We love it and I thank you Mr. Coleman, and every pro wrestler for all that you've done and do!!! No collection can be called complete with Mr. Coleman's story!!! The tye-dye shirts, the monster strength, the interviews, the titles, the work...it was always the way it should be!Read full review
Product looks like it did almost 20 years ago.
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Having met the Superstar MANY years ago, it was a very eye opening flashbach to the good old days. The price and the Shipping and handling fees were fair. The DVD came in perfect shape, and was a joy to again live those golden days of the WWWF.This is a MUST see for any fan young or old (like me). I hope some people will still remember Irish Patty Garrett,(Hint).
One of my favorite wrestler's from the 70s. Excellent DVD. Highly recommend.
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