# Andre the Giant (2018)

> An affectionate archival portrait of André Roussimoff, the singular wrestling icon whose immense fame reshaped sports entertainment while exacting a personal cost.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/302893

## Facts

- Runtime: 84 min
- Genres: Documentary, TV Movie
- Director: Jason Hehir
- Cast: André Roussimoff, Hulk Hogan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Vince McMahon, Ric Flair, Gene Okerlund, Billy Crystal, Rob Reiner
- TMDB rating: 7.3/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6543420/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: nostalgic, affectionate, witty, wrestling watch party, sports documentary night

## Synopsis

Explore the larger-than-life story of a wrestling legend who captivated audiences worldwide.

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