This film shows a most exciting Graeco-Roman Wrestling match between two of the most skillful “Knights of the Mat” and is full of action from start to finish; every muscle stands out in relief as the Gladiators battle for supremacy. The fall is finally won by Roeber after a hard fought contest which keeps the spectactors in a fever of excitement. The match took place in a large Amphitheatre and the referee, timekeeper, judges and seconds who are all well known sporting men, form an animated background to the scene. Photography and action throughout are perfect. |
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Ratings: | IMDB: 0.0/10 | |
Released: | December 1, 1901 | |
Genres: | Documentary Short | |
Cast: | Ernest Roeber August Faust | |
kyocera301 : I never thought I would be captivated by a bunch of old men in a couple of rooms, for 2 hr...