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The following was announced:
“QUEEN OF THE RING” Pops Crowds at Film Festivals Nationwide; Now Brings Cast and Top Wrestling Stars to Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival on November 8th.
“Ash Avildsen’s “Queen Of The Ring” is a must-see for lovers of sports films, biopics, and period piece media.” - Ethan Padgett, Film Threat
“Queen Of The Ring gives Burke full credit as a force who changed women’s wrestling forever and is well worth seeking out for wrestling fans and newcomers alike.” - Carmen Paddock, MovieJawn
NASHVILLE, TN - After a world premiere at the world renowned Newport Beach Film Festival and a successful first leg of festival screenings, “Queen Of The Ring” has been met with an incredible response from fans and critics alike. The film earned Ash Avildsen “Best Director 2024” honors at the Portland Film Festival and has earned rave reviews from media outlets.
Now, “Queen Of The Ring” takes center stage at the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival on Friday, November 8th. It will be a star-studded lineup as stars Emily Bett Rickards (Mildred Burke), Gavin Casalegno (Joe Jr.), Francesca Eastwood (Mae Young), AEW stars Toni Storm (Clara Mortensen) and Kamille (June Byers), Executive Producer and WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross and more join Avildsen for a screening that is sure to send the fans home happy. Immediately following the film, the cast and crew will host a Q&A for those in attendance.
Starring Emily Bett Rickards (Arrow, The Flash) as Burke, “Queen Of The Ring” brings the audience back to a time when women’s wrestling was completely illegal and the fight that changed an industry forever. Writer and Director Ash Avildsen was given a copy of Burke’s biography by none other than the legendary voice of professional wrestling Jim Ross, who is also an Executive Producer of the film, who was instantly inspired to bring her story to the big screen.
“Queen Of The Ring” is currently showing at a series of film festivals across the United States this fall. Tickets for these screenings can be found at www.queenofthering.movie along with additional information.
“Queen Of The Ring” Upcoming Screenings:
Nov 8 - Ft. Lauderdale, FL - Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival
Nov 10 - Coronado Island, CA - Coronado Island Film Festival
Nov 16 - St. Louis, MO - St. Louis International Film Festival
Dec 12 - Anchorage, AK - Anchorage International Film Festival
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