directed by David Darg & Price James
What comes up to your mind when you hear the name Arquette? Let me say for myself – Patricia. Patricia Arquette, a very talented and stunning actress, also quite successful. But what about David, her brother? Well, before watching today’s documentary, I knew that he played in a lot of cringy comedies, then played a cringy role in an even cringier “Scream” horror series… and he married Courteney Cox (hint: Monica from “Friends”). Seems like I wasn’t much wrong, because his career as an actor slowed down significantly, so the only option was to play in films which only continued to support the stereotype as if David Arquette was a goofy guy made for C-class comedies. Can’t say much about this man’s talent as I honestly haven’t seen him in a more demanding role, but I’m sure his ego and self-esteem have been seriously hurt and I wouldn’t wish that to anyone. However, the documentary I’m recommending today focuses not only on David’s acting career, but also his wrestling one. Yes, you heard me. Or rather read me. David Arquette is a wrestler. In fact, in 2000 he was promoting one film of his and by accident won WCW (World Championship Wrestling). I know it sounds like a huge fake, but it’s true. And since then, he’s been hated by the community of wrestlers and kept being under-appreciated as an actor. If you’re wondering why and how, watch the film, I don’t want to spoil everything. But just imagine – 20 years of feeling like a joke, feeling like everybody’s judging you and treating you as a failure. And it’s even worse when you’re a celebrity, because everything you do is being watched. Especially nowadays. I’ve read somewhere that his fans are incredibly thankful for David’s family and I have to agree with that. I bet without them, he would have lost “the battle” a long time ago, if you know what I mean. So this documentary is a rather disturbing picture of a miserable guy, who wants to prove everyone that he matters. Personally, I was moved and I’m glad such film was made. But to be honest, I’m still not a fan of wrestling and I hope David will find a way to get back on stage. Because he’s not a joke. He’s a good guy.
My rating: 7/10
S.
I have nothing to watch 