The Sumo Wrestler
Originally released in 2014. The Sumo Wrestler is a comedy/drama film. directed by Amos Kollek. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Amos Kollek and Karen Young
Synopsis
This is the story of an Israeli man, Jack, whose wife has been killed in a suicide bombing, leaving him in charge of two young daughters. Jack, on the verge of suicide, decides they need a fresh start and moves the family to New York. He quickly meets, marries, and moves in with Kathy, a mother of four, to try to fill the void. It doesn't. He needs some quixotic pursuit to keep him going. Kathy's stepdaughter Carmen gives him an idea: Sumo Wrestling. With Jack training, the kids start getting into trouble, Carmen tries to seduce Jack, Kathy's at her wits end... the family is falling apart. With his first match approaching, what can Jack do to do save his life and save his family?
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 6, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
1h 23m
83 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Israel
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Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Pie Films
- AMKO Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sumo Wrestler about?
This is the story of an Israeli man, Jack, whose wife has been killed in a suicide bombing, leaving him in charge of two young daughters. Jack, on the verge of suicide, decides they need a fresh st...
Who directed The Sumo Wrestler?
The Sumo Wrestler was directed by Amos Kollek.
How long is The Sumo Wrestler?
The Sumo Wrestler has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
When was The Sumo Wrestler released?
The Sumo Wrestler was released on February 6, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sumo Wrestler?
The main cast of The Sumo Wrestler includes Amos Kollek, Karen Young.