![Saúl Armendáriz (Gael García Bernal) creates an exoctic wrestling character named Cassandro to prove himself in the ring. This biopic details Armendáriz’s struggle to make a name for himself as an openly gay wrestler. Photo Credit: Amazon Studios](/images/resized/images/news/2016/443_sep29/8_100_100.jpg)
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Running Time: 107 minutes
This feature from Amazon Studios is currently playing at cinemas in major markets, but will be available to stream on Friday, Sept. 22 on Amazon Prime.
Most kids find themselves being introduced to wrestling on the T.V., taking in the over-the-top spectacle and showmanship. Frankly, plenty of them continue following these characters into adulthood. One of the most popular leagues in the world is located in Mexico and known as Lucha Libre, with the most famous wrestler being El Santo or The Saint. But there have been other notable luchadors who have made their mark.
The new film Cassandro tells the real story of one such...