GLOW

Streaming video - 2012

This heartfelt documentary tells the story of Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling (GLOW), the groundbreaking all-female wrestling TV show that debuted in 1986 and became a global sensation, attracting over seven million viewers by 1989. Through interviews with former wrestlers and behind-the-scenes footage, the film explores the show's unique blend of athleticism, outrageous characters, and storylines, while also revealing the personal stories of the women who performed in the ring. It examines GLOW’s meteoric rise and the circumstances that led to its decline and cancellation in 1990. For fans of professional wrestling and women's entertainment, this documentary offers a fascinating look at a pioneering chapter in TV history.

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Genres
Documentary films
Published
[San Francisco, California, USA] : Cineverse 2012.
2024.
Language
English
Other Authors
Brett Whitcomb (film director), Dee Booher (actor), Emily Dole, Larry Zybysko, Lisa Moretti
Online Access
A Kanopy streaming video
Cover Image
Item Description
Title from title frames.
Film
In Process Record.
Physical Description
1 online resource (streaming video file) (77 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
Format
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Access
AVAILABLE FOR USE ONLY BY IOWA CITY AND RESIDENTS OF THE CONTRACTING GOVERNMENTS OF JOHNSON COUNTY, UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, HILLS, AND LONE TREE (IA).