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The Calamari Wrestler

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2004 · 91 min Comedy
5.5 / 10 · TMDB

This wild comedy pokes fun at the world of pro-wrestling by placing its accomplished wrestler protagonist Koji Taguchi against a giant squid known as the Calamari Wrestler. The Calimari Wrestler not only proves to be Koji's most difficult opponent yet, but also has an effect on several people's personal lives when he becomes the unlikely object of a young girl's affection.

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Original Title いかレスラー
Year 2004
Country Japan
Genre Comedy
Director Minoru Kawasaki
Runtime 91 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.5/10 (32 votes)

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The Calamari Wrestler has mixed reviews with a rating of 5.5/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A 2004 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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